Coastal Point — June 13, 2025

Votersstrikedown referendumeffort

ByKerinMagill StaffReporter

Forthesecondtimeinjustovertwomonths, votersdefeatedareferendumthatwouldhave raisedtaxestofundincreasingcostsfortheIndian RiverSchoolDistrict.

TheJune5referendumfailedbymorethan 1,000votes,with5,700votingfortheschooldistrict’sproposedtaxincreaseand6,766voting againstit.

About2,000morevotersparticipatedinlast week’sreferendumthanvotedintheMarch20effort,with12,466votescastlastweekand10,173in March,when4,749votedinfavorand5,424voted against.

DistrictSuperintendentJayOwenssaidthedefeatwillforcedistrictofficialstofacesomehard realitiesinthecomingmonthsasitstrugglesto lowerexpenseswhilecontinuingtomeettheneeds ofitsmorethan10,000students.

Thedistrictemploysnearly1,000teachersand morethan300paraprofessionals.

“Withthedefeatofthereferendum,IRSD’sadministrationandBoardofEducationfacesome difficultdecisionsinthecomingmonths,”SuperintendentJayOwenssaid.

“Thedistricthasbeenoperatingatabudget

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Millvilleapproves developmentunder newzoningcategory

ByKerinMagill StaffReporter

TheMillvilleTownCouncilvotedonTuesday, June10toapprovearezoningrequestforasmall developmentonWhitesNeckRoadunderanew zoningcategoryforthetown.

Therequest,byFoxlaneHomes,wastochange the zoningforseveralparcelsfromR-1residential toR-2residential.Millville’sPlanning&Zoning Commissionhadvoted4-1onMay8torecommendthatthecouncildenytherequest.

CommissionersPatPlocekandTimRoehad expressedconcernthatsuchazoningchange wouldresultinincreaseddensityinthearea.

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AttheMay8meeting,CliffMumford,civilengineerfromDavisBowden Engineeringsaidthechangewould allowforsmallerlotsizesandduplexes. TimRoeandPatPlocekexpressedconcernsaboutincreasinghousingdensity inthearea.

AttheJune10towncouncilmeeting,however,JohnMurrayofFoxlane

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deficitforthepasttwofiscalyears,and operatingexpenseswillcontinuetooutpacelocalrevenuestreams,”Owenssaid. “Thedistricthasalreadymadesignificantreductionstostaffpositionsand discretionarybudgetsamongnumerous cost-savinginitiativesfornextyear.

“Weunderstandthatthereferendum processispartoftheschoolfunding systeminDelaware,andwerespectthe wishesofourpublic,”Owenssaid.“We willcontinuetostrivetoprovideour studentswiththebesteducationalservices possiblewiththeresourcesavailable.”

Thereferendumwouldhaveprovidedfundingforincreasedoperating costsandtoofferacompetitivesalary packageforstaff.

FollowingtheMarch20defeat,

Homestoldthecouncilthereareno planstobuildduplexesintheproposed development.

Theproject,formerlyknownasWest Millville,wasfirstrecordedasa16-lot subdivisionin1975,Murraysaid.At that time,onlyasmallportionofthe proposeddevelopmentwaswithinthe Millvilletownlimits.Thatparcelwas latersplitoffandisnowthesiteofMillvilleMiniStorage.

Currentplansforthepropertyin-

Owensofferedsomebackgroundon howthedistrict’sfinanceshaveevolved.

“Sinceourlastsuccessfulcurrentexpensereferendumeightyearsago,we havefollowedthestandardcycleof buildingup,andthensubsequently spendingdown,thedistrict’sreserve balances. Thatcycle,coupledwithsignificantincreasesinoperatingexpenses inrecentyears,hasledthedistrictto operateinabudgetdeficitsinceFiscal Year2023,”hesaid.“Wearenowata pointwhereweneedthepublic’sassistancetosustainthehighlevelofservicesourstudentsdeserve.”

Sincethe2017referendum,the largestescalationsinoperatingexpenses haveoccurredinutilitycosts,student transportation,substituteteachercosts, mental healthserviceunits,andrequired charterandchoiceschoolpayments,he said.Thedistrict’sannualbudget deficitssincethe2023fiscalyearhave rangedfrom$4.2millionto$7.3mil-

clude18single-familyhomes.

InJanuary,thetowncouncilhadapprovedtheannexationofpartofthe proposeddevelopmentintotheTownof Millville.Meanwhile,Murraysaid,the developerslearnedoftheTown’smoves tocreateanR-2zoningcategory,which wouldgivedevelopersmoreleewayin zoningdensity.

“FoxlaneHomesfoundthistobean

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lion.Withoutthepassageofthereferendum,furthershortfallsareprojected inthe2026fiscalyearandbeyond, Owenssaid.

Thedistrict,hesaid,mustalsooffera competitivesalarypackagethatwill continuetoattracttalentededucational professionals,andmaintainthequality programsandservicesbeingofferedto students.Thedistricthasalreadyreducededucationalservices,whichresultedindecreasedstaffingdistrictwide. Thedistricthasfurtherinitiatedcostsavingsmeasuresintheformofdiscretionarybudgetreductions.

Meanwhile,followingaformalrequestfromIndianRiverSchoolDistrict BoardofEducation,theSussexCounty Councilhasbeguntoconsiderimposing impactfeesondevelopers,revenuefrom whichwouldbepassedalongtoschool districtstohelpdealwithgrowingstudentpopulationsresultingfromincreaseddevelopment.

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StagesetforOldTimers’DayinSelbyville

ByGraceBennett PointIntern

The68thAnnualOldTimers’Day ClassicCarShow&FamilyFestival— oneofSelbyville’soldestandmost treasuredtraditions—takesplacethis weekend.Theeventwillbeheldon ChurchStreetonSaturday,June14, from8a.m.to3p.m.

Thefree-admissioneventpromisesa jam-packeddayfullofvintagecars,live entertainment,foodanddrinks,vendors fromlocalbusinessesandamultitudeof family-friendlyactivities,makingitnot onlyaneventforlocalsbutforvisitors whoarelookingforsomethingtodo duringFather’sDayweekend.

Thefestivitieskickoffat8a.m.as classiccarsdatingbacktothe1910s lineChurchStreet,bringingeventgoers onatripbackintimethroughmultiple rowsofvintagevehicles.Theycanexpecttogetacloselookatvehiclesupto 115yearsold,suchasModelTFords, ormarvelattheimpeccablepaintjobs craftedbytheirbelovedowners.

LaurenWeaver,executivedirectorof theBethany-FenwickAreaChamberof Commerceandeventorganizer,spoke abouttheimportanceoftheevent: “ThepartnershipwiththeTownisimportant,andit’sagreateventtotake partinasacommunity,asmanycom-

paniesaroundthesurroundingareas cometogethertomakethiseventhappen.”

Tokeepthingsflowingsmoothly amongmorethan100classiccars, Weaversawaneedforanupdatedregistrationprocessthisyear—as,inpreviousyears,thecars,duetotheirage, hadtroublerunningforhoursonendin thesummerheat.

“Weadoptedamuch-neededrevised planforthecarsthisyear,”saidWeaver. “Allvehicleswillbestagedatthe SouthernDelawareSchooloftheArts, wheretrafficpoliceandvolunteerswill helpwiththeprocessiononcetheevent officiallystarts,ensuringasmooth, overheating-freeexperience.”

Carenthusiastscanenjoythe friendlycompetition,withjudgingoccurringfrom10a.m.tonoon byexperts fromsourcesincludingAdvanceAuto PartsandassociatesatAtlanticAutomotive.Awardsincategoriessuchas BestOverallWinner,OldestoftheOld TimersandTop25areupforgrabs, withtheannouncementceremonyof thewinnersstartingat2p.m.atthe MainEventTent.

Whilevintagecarsmaystealthe show,theeventoffersmuchmorefor thecommunitytoenjoy.WeaverhighlightednewadditionsincludingaFood Lion-sponsoredwatermelon-eating

contest,aroller-skatingrink,firetruck rides,acommunitybooksaleanda localsmall-businesspokerrun.Families candiveintoinflatables,games,face paintingandrollerskatingstartingat 10a.m.

Thefestivalwon’tleavepeoplehungry,withawidearrayoffoodtrucks fromaroundtheareaprovidinglocal specialtiesandclassicfairfood.Banks Wines&Spiritswillbesponsoringa beergarden,fromwhichproceedswill gototheSelbyvilleVolunteerFire Company.

Addingtothecommunityspirit,the festivalwillincludeentertainmentand livemusic;fromaDJtolocallive bands,suchasTheGlassOnionBand, whowilltakethestagefrom11a.m.to 2p.m.

Weaversharedheradmirationfor theband:“AslongasI’vebeenpartof thisevent,GlassOnionhasperformed, drawingouttheirusualdancingcrew,” ensuringalivelyatmosphere,shesaid. ParkingwillbelocatednearNext StepLearningCenter,onlotsandside streets,andhandicappedparkingwill belocatedon MainStreet.Golfcart shuttleswillbetrailingalongChurch Streetstartingat9a.m.tobringeventgoersstraighttothefestival. Fordetailsortoregisteravehicle, emailinfo@thequietresorts.com.

Heather’sHomeWorkshonorsLBteacher

ByLauraWalter StaffReporter

Teachingisamajoractofpublic service,sotheteamatHeather’sHome Worksdecidedtohonoralocalteacher withafreeyearofprofessionalhouse cleaning.Theyfirstdonatedtheservice toLordBaltimoreElementarySchool’s TeacheroftheYearin2024,andthey decidedtocontinuethetraditionfor 2025withthenewesthonoree.

“Our educators arefantastichuman beings. Kudosto them.I don’t thinkI coulddo their job,” said Heather’s Home Works Operations Manager Lexi Santa Barbara. Business owner Heather DeMarie hasanelementary school-agechild,so“Wewerethinking ofsomewaythatwecouldimpactour community.…Wejustfeltliketeachersgettheshortendofthesticks sometimes,forallthattheydo—man-

agingkidsisnosmallfeat!So,we choseteachers,”SantaBarbaraexplained.

Acleanhomecanhelpwithmental health,especiallyafteralongdaymanagingafewdozenstudents.

“ Yourhomeisyoursafespot,and youspendalotoftimethere.…Just havingacleanspacetocomehometo andnothavingallthesetasks…And [to]takethatofftheirshouldersisa hugeimpact,whetherit’sanolderpersonwhocan’ttakecareofthemselvesor …workingfamilieswhohavereally busyschedules.Sothat’skindofthe reasonwedo[that],toputtimeback intotheirday.”

Thisspring,theteamdeliveredthe prizetoLBTeacheroftheYearHeather Wood.

“Her kiddoswerejustabsolutelyfantastic.Theywereprobablythemost well-behavedkidsI’veeverseen,”Santa Barbaraobserved,laughing.

BasedinDagsboro,thehomeand businesscleaningcompanyhasdonated tovariouscausesformorethan20years now,fromfundraiserdonationsto cleaningforpeopleinneed,suchascancersurvivors.

“Wereallytrytogivebacktothe communityasmuchaspossible,”Santa Barbarasaid.

Japanesquecelebrates40yearsinBethany

Topleft,asubmittedphotoshowsBetsyClarkoutsideJapanesqueonopeningdayfortheBethanyBeachmainstay,in1985.Aboveright,Clarkshowstheclothingandaccessoriesthathavemadethebusinesssuchasuccess.

ByDavidBohenick PointIntern

Fourdecadesago,BetsyClark startedJapanesqueoutofherparent’s apartment,sellingrobesandJapanesethemedbeachclothesshebroughtback fromJapan.Somepeoplethoughtshe wasmakingamistakeopeningaJapanese-themedstoreinBethanyBeach,she said,butitwasthestoreshewanted. Today,Japanesquesitsonthesame property,celebrating40yearsofsuccess.

Locatedat16NPennsylvaniaAvenue,Japanesquenow offersauthentic potteryandincense,obis,noracurtains, kimonoclips,productswith“TheGreat Wave”theme,headbands,exerciseballs, Sanrioproductsandmore.Included throughoutthestorearenotecardsexplainingtheculturalsignificanceofcertainproducts.Clarksaidtheemphasis

onculturecreatesamemorableshoppingexperience.

“It’sfun,becausepeoplelearnabout thepotteryandsomeoftheartifacts. Whentheycomein,theylearnthings,” Clarksaid.“It’snotjustaboutthe clothingandmindlessshopping.”

“I’vemetsomany interestingpeople overtheyears,andthey’vebeeninterestedintheculturethemselves,”she said.“That’swhytheystopin.”

Clarkrecalledwhenshefirstvisited Japanaspartofaworldtravelticket withPanAmericanAirwaysandimmediatelyfellinlovewiththeculture. She’dlaterreturn,leavingherjobin D.C.tolivewithherfriendthere. WhileinJapan,shemetamaninthe clothingindustrywhowouldhelpbring herideastoreality.

“Ishowedhimeightsimpledesigns thatwerebeachy.Adress,askirt— clothingIwouldwear.Ihadanamefor

thestore.Iwasgoingtocallit‘Japanesque.’Soweputalabelontheoutside ofthegarmentthatsaid‘Japanesque,’” shesaid.

“AndifyouwerewalkinginD.C. andyousawaJapanesquelogo,they’d realizeyou’vebeentotheshopin BethanyBeach.Peoplerecognizedit.”

Herinitialproducts,including Yakatarobes—theonegarmentshe’s soldconsistentlyeversinceopening— weredeliveredonMemorialDayweekendin1985.Withthehelpofherparents,shesoldeverythingandmadea profitinherfirstyearasabusiness owner.

“Myparentssaidthey’dmakeastore forme.Theyputinthislittlewindow,” inthefrontofthehouse.“Wegota biggerawning,andtheybecamemy landlords,”Clarksaid.“Theywerevery instrumental,verysupportive.Ipaidfor everything,andtheyappreciatedit.But

theyhelpedmegetmystart.”

Clarkrecalledcelebratingwithher parentsfollowingherfirstdayofbusiness.Thissummer,sheiscelebrating40 yearsofbusinesswithherreturning customers.

“Thissummer,we’rehavingalotof fun,havingpeopletelltheirmemories ofwhentheyfirststartedcomingto Japanesque,”Clarksaid.“Anditalways goesintohowmuchtheyappreciateus andhowmuchtheyenjoyus.”

OnereturningJapanesquecustomer, OliviaCampbell,toldClarkshe’sone of“hermanyravingfans.”

“Everytimewe’redownhere,we comein.IthinkmymomandIhave beencomingdownforabout35years,” Campbellsaid.

Clarksaidsheisproudtohaveservicedthreegenerationsofshoppersin

Selbyvilleamendscodeonimpact-feedistribution

BySusanCanforaandDavidBohenick PointStaff

TheSelbyvilleTownCouncil,at theirMonday,June2,meeting,unanimouslyagreedtoamendChapter100 ofthetowncoderegardingimpactfees toaddressthedisbursementoffunds fromtheTowntofirecompanies.

Theamendmentprovides“thatonly firecompaniesincorporatedin,andlocatedin,thestateofDelawarewitha coveragearea/districtthatincludes propertylocatedwithinthejurisdic-

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attractivealternativetotheR-1residentialzoningbecauseitprovideddensity flexibility”whilealsomeetingthestandardsofregulatoryagencies.Murray notedthattheoriginal1970splansfor thedevelopmentpre-datedcountysedimentandstormwaterregulations.

MurraypointedoutthatMillville’s 2019ComprehensivePlanfuturelandusemapshowedtheparcelsasbeing zonedforcommercialuse.Hesaidthe developersbelievetheneighboringresidentswouldratherseethepropertydevelopedintohousingunitsthan commercial.

tionallimitsofthetownareeligibleto receivefireprotectionimpactfeescollectedbytheTown;thatthefireprotectionimpactfeescollectedbythe Townshallbepaidtoeligiblefire companiesinsuchamountsandat suchtimesasdeterminedbythemayor andTownCouncilintheirsoleand absolutediscretion;andthatalleligiblefirecompaniesreceivingfireprotectionimpactfeesfromtheTown mustadheretotheannualauditrequirementssetforthintowncode.”

TownAdministratorStaceyLong

Healsocitedstatedevelopment guidelineswhichsupportdevelopment “withawiderangeofusesanddensities.”Murrayaddedthattheproposed R-2zoningwouldbeasignificant “downzoning”fromtheoriginalcommercialzoning.

HesaidtheR-2zoningdesignation wouldbea“reasonabletransition”betweenthecommercialpropertytothe southofthepropertyandtheexisting residentialdevelopmenttothenorth.

Murraysaidtheplansfortheparcels wouldresultinmuchsmallerdensity thanisallowableintheR-2zoneand wouldactuallybenearlyidenticalto densityallowedintheR-1zoningcategory.

“Wearenotabuilderofduplexunits.

saidtheTownhadreceivedaletter fromtheRoxanaVolunteerFireCompany,askingforimpactfeefundsfrom theTown“foralloftheirresponsesto developmentsannexedintotown,and theywantedimpactfeesbecausethey arethefirstrespondingcompany.”

Shesaidthecouncilhadpreviously “gotanordinancetogether”andremovedreferencestospecificfirecompaniessoimpactfeemoneycouldbe disbursedatthecouncil’sdiscretion.

CouncilmanGarySteffanasked howmanycallstheRoxanaVFCre-

Wedonotproposeanyduplexunits,” Murraysaid,addingthatthedeveloper hadclarifiedwithTownEngineerAndrewLyonsJr.thatduplexesarenotrequiredintheR-2category,whichallows formixed-usedhousing.

Murraysaidbufferswillbeaddedon both thenorthandsouthperimetersof theproposeddevelopment.

LyonspointedoutthatR-1zoning wouldnotrequirepublicwaterand sewerservice,whereastheR-2zoning requiresthathomesbehookedupto both.

Thecouncilalsoapprovedarevised amenitiesplanforWestVillageA-1in MillvilleBytheSea.Theplanwasoriginallyapprovedin2022.Changesincluderelocatinggates,addingbenches,

spondsto,“ordowehaveanykindof breakdown?”

LongsaidtheresidentialdevelopmentofLighthouseLakesisaportion oftheRVFC’sdistrict,andthenew KingFisherdevelopmentwillbein thatjurisdictionaswell.

CouncilwomanCarolCarysaidthe ordinancewill“letusdecidewhich percentagegoeswhere.”

Longremindedthecouncilthatany changestotheamountsgiventofire

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addingrestroomsandabasketballcourt, andmovingaplayground.Thenewplan was approved2-0,withthreeabstentions,fromCouncilMembersSharon Brienza,RobertWisgirdaandDebbie Sosnoski,whoallresideinMillvilleBy theSea.

Inotherbusiness,thecouncilapprovedthehiringoftwonewemployees.JulieBradfordwastobegin employmentasTownHallreceptionist onJune11.KathleenYingling,meanwhile,willtakeoverthepositionofPark &RecreationcoordinatoronJuly7.

TrishMarcules,currentlyadministratortoTownManagerEileenScerra, willmovetotownclerkupontheretirementJune20ofcurrentTownClerk WendyMardini.

companieshastobedonebyresolution.

CouncilmanChrisSnaderaskedif theRoxanaandSelbyvillevolunteer firecompanieseverbothrespondto thesamecalls.Firecompanymembers intheaudiencesaiditdependson whatthecallisfor.

CouncilmanMonroeHudsonsaid thecouncilshould“discusswhatkind offairsolutionwecanputforwardand whatitwillbebasedon—square mileage?Thenumberofcalls?The numberoflots?”Heestimatedthatthe Selbyvillefirecompanywillgetabout

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hertimeinBethany.

“Whenagrandmotherandmother anddaughtercanallshareashopping experience,that’sreallyspecial,”Clark said.

Becauseofthestore’sreputation andpopularity,Clarksaid,shetriesto remainopenconsistently.Thestoreis openfrom10a.m.to5p.m.everyday

HollyvilleRoadclosing aspartofbypasswork

TheDelawareDepartmentofTransportationannouncedthisweektheclosureofHollyvilleRoadbetween WashingtonStreetExt.andRoute24, startingonMonday,June16,andrunningthroughmid-August(weatherpermitting).

TheworkisrelatedtotheNorth Millsborobypass.TheclosureistorealignHollyvilleRoadtoitsnewconfiguration.Itwillreopenonthenew alignmentwiththeopeningofthebypass.

Duringthedetour,motoristsdriving southbound onHollyvilleRoadwill turnrightontoMountJoyRoad,lefton Route30/GravelHillRoad,goingto Route24/JohnJ.WilliamsHighway. MotoristsonRoute24wantingtoaccessHollyvilleRoadwillneedtotake Route30northbound,rightonto MountJoyRoad,toHollyvilleRoad.

Correction

ThetimefortheongoingantiTrumpprotestsbyIndivisibleSouthern DelawareinBethanyBeachwasreportedincorrectlyinourFriday,June6, edition.Thecorrecttimefortheweekly protestsis9to11a.m.eachSaturday. Thisweekend,however,aspecialNo KingsDayprotestisscheduledfor9:30 to11a.m.atCentralParkinBethany Beach.

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70percentofcallsandRoxanawillreceiveabout30percent,“basedonpure math.”HesaidiftheTownannexes propertynorthofSelbyville’scurrent townlimits,“thenwewouldhavethree companies,soitcouldchangeagain.”

Carysaidshe“wantsitmoreliberating,notsettingamountsyet.”

“Wehaveonlyhadimpactfeesa coupleyears,andweneedleewayto decidewiththecouncil’sdiscretion. It’sourdiscretiontodoitrightandto doitfairly.Thatisourgoal,”shesaid.

Steffanapologizedtomembersof theRVFCandsaidthecouncil“owed youameeting,andwedidn’tdothat.”

“Movingforward,wehavetosit downandtrytoworkthingsoutto-

inthesummerand,whilethosehours mightchangeinotherseasons,sheensuresthestorewillbeopenyearround.

gether,insteadofhavingangst,and creatingtheserelationships.Ilearneda lesson,andIapologize,”hesaid.

Snaderaskedonepersonfromeach firecompanytocomment.Roxana VFCPresidentChrisMageesaidhe would“lovetohaveasit-down.”

“Asyouguysgrow,wegrow,”he said.“Ifthere’sanythingwecando,we willdoit.WewanttoprovideprotectionforthetownofSelbyville…and ifyouwouldliketohaveameeting,we will.”

SelbyvilleVFCPresidentHoward PepperthankedSteffanforapologizing.Hesaidthefirecompanyhasbeen inSelbyville102yearstosupportthe community,andthatheandfellow

“WhentheycometoBethanyand we’renotopen,that’stragictome.I hatetohearthat,”shesaid. Clarksaidtherewillbevarioussales throughoutthesummertocelebrate Japanesque’s40thanniversary.

firefighterswillbehappytomeetwith thecouncil.

Short-termrentalpublichearing setforJuly7

Thecouncilscheduledapublichearingfor6p.m.onMonday,July7,atSelbyvilleTownHalltoconsideramending thetowncodebyrevisingChapter200 toincludeadefinitionofshort-term rentalsandrevisethesectionconcerning prohibitedusesto“prohibitshort-term rentalsofalltypesofresidential dwellingsinalldistrictswithintown limits.”

Andafterfourdecadesofsuccess, there’snoendinsightforClark. “Ireallyamstillfullyinvestedin this,andIgiveiteverything.Andwhen yougiveeverything,it’sapieceofyou.”

Farmers’marketsuggested

AsuggestionfromresidentDean Thompson,tostartafarmers’market inSelbyville,wasreferredtotheEconomicDevelopmentCommitteefor consideration.

Thompson,inalettertoLong, suggestedamarkettogivedowntown a“liftwithactivity,”createaplacefor togethernessandgiveresidentsanopportunitytobuyfreshproduce.He suggestedhavingitinthetownhall parkinglot,butLongsaidthelotis alwaysfullandbusierthanhemight realize.

“It’sagreatconcept,butwecan’t disturbpolicedepartmentparkingand peopleparkingdowntown.Thisparkinglotcannothandleanymoretraffic,”shesaid.

Thompsonsaidhewouldbewillingtoholditonhisproperty.Cary calledthesuggestion“agoodidea”but saidhavingitonprivateproperty wouldbedangerous,because“ifsomeonetrips,fallsandgetshurt,theycan sueyou.”

“Ittakesalotofplanningtodo somethinglikethis.Wedon’thave propertybehindTownHalltodoit,” Longsaid.

gradethetasersofficerscarry.

Wilsonsaidthepolicedepartment, whilecheckingtrafficspeeds,found driversweregoinganaverageof14.5 milesperhourandfewerthan1percentwerespeedingexcessively.

WilsonsaidthatduringMay,policeissued76trafficcitationsand madeninecriminalarrests.

MountaireFarms tostartpaving

DougSmithofMountaireFarms saidthecompanywastobeginpaving onHosierSteetonSaturday,June7, andwouldonlypaveonweekends.

modernpolicevehiclesdon’thave spacetoputauxiliarybatteriesinthe trunk,asThompsonsuggested.

Snadersaidheisregularlyintown, and“thereisnotapolicecarthere runningeighthoursaday,”but Thompsonsaidhehadwrittendown licenseplatenumbersofpolicecars keptrunning.“Theyshouldstopabusingtherighttokeepthecarsonall time,”hesaid,becauseithasbeen “goingonforfouryearsnow.”

Duncansaidthepolicecarsrunon aneconomymode,notonallcylinders.

Residentpraisesfirecompany

Thompsonaskedthecouncilto “appointsomebodyandgetthisthing going,”andMayorRickDuncansaid theEconomicDevelopmentCommitteemightbeabletofindavendorto organizeit,becausetheTown“doesn’t havethemanpowertodothat—but thereareopportunities.”

“We’regoingtotrytokeepitas cleanandneataswecan,withaslittle disruptionaswecan,”hesaid.

Bids,runningpolicecars questioned

“Itmightbenicetohostitatthe park,whichisveryvisibleandvibrant, anditwouldaddanotherlevelofinterestthere.Butlet’skeepthediscussiongoing.Ithinkitwouldbeagood thingtokeepitgoing,”Carysaid.

DuringthePublicCommentsportionofthemeeting,townresident DeanThompsonsaidspending $48,096fornewpolicetasersis“outrageous,”butDuncanexplainedthat thepricewasfromthefactory.

ResidentDavidBeach,wholivesin theAtlanticLakesdevelopment,duringthePublicCommentsportionof themeetingtoldthecouncilthathis gasmainwashitbyamanmowinghis lawnrecently,andwhenhiswife calledthegascompany,shewastold noonewasavailabletorespondforat leastanhour.

Policereport

SelbyvillePoliceChiefBrianWilson,whilepresentinghismonthlyreporttothecouncil,saidhehad receivedaquotefor$48,096toup-

Thompsonsaidhehasalsonoticed policecarsrunning“alldaylongwith nobodyinthem”andsuggestedgettingauxiliarybatteriesforthecars.He saidPoliceChiefBrianWilsontold thecouncileachbatterycosts$5,000 butthatitseemedtoohigh.Hecalled thatamount“outrageous”aswell.

“Putitonbid,”hesaid,ascouncil memberssaid,“Itisonbid.”

“Maybegotoadifferentstateand getit,”hesuggested.

Duncanrepeatedthatthecostwas aquotefromthefactoryandsaid

HecalledtheSelbyvilleVolunteer FireCompany,hesaid,and“theyoung assistantfirechiefcameandaskedif hecouldrunasniffer,goundermy crawlspace,sogasdidn’tgointhere, andwalkinmyhouse—allasIwas tellingmyneighbors—becausean explosioncanhappen.”

Theassistantfirechiefwas“very professional,andIthankSelbyville’s firedepartmentforthat,”hesaid.

“Hewaswell-trained,veryquiet andtrained,andme—myeyesare likethisbig,becauseIdon’twanta bigexplosion.Ijustwanttosaluteyou guys,”heconcluded.

CentralParktohostNoKingsDayprotest

ByGraceBennett PointIntern

OnSaturday,June14,a“NoKings Day”rallywillbeheldfrom9a.m.to 10:30a.m.inBethanyBeach’sCentral Park,atthecornerofRoutes1and26.

Thisrallyisoneofmorethan1,800 similareffortstakingplacenationwideon thesameday,alldrivenbylocalcommunityinitiatives.AmySabrin,oneofthe organizersoftheBethanyBeachNo KingsRally,explainedthattheeventaims tocelebratesharedAmericanvalues,emphasizingthatpatriotismisinclusive.

“Weareapartofamovementunited bytheconvictionthattheflagdoesn’t belongtoDonaldTrump,focusingon grassrootseffortstopromoteunityand civicengagement.”

Emphasizingthattheflag,representingpatriotism,shesaid,“belongsto everybodywhobelieves,aswedo,that “Americaisalwaysabout‘us,’asin‘allof us,’andneverabout‘usvs.them,’we wanttoreassureourcountrythatnobodyhasamonopolyonpatriotism.”

OrganizersarepreparedforissuesrelatingtothelimitedparkingsurroundingtheCentralParkareainBethany Beach.Sabrinurgedattendeestocarpool,arrangedrop-offsorusethe BethanyBeachTrolleyservicetoalleviatesomeofthestressorswhenitcomes toparking.

Sabrinexpressedtheimportanceof beingconsideratetoneighbors,noting thattherallyisdesignedtocoexist peacefullywithotherlocalevents.

“We’veplannedcarefullytoensure no overlaporissueswithnearbyactivities,”shesaid.

Therally’smessagingwillfocuson thethemethat“Americadoesn’tdo kings!”

Participantsarebeinginvitedto bringAmericanflagsandcreatesigns thatreflectunityandinclusion.

“We’recomingwithbabystrollers, nottanks,”Sabrinsaid,pointingtothe rally’speaceful,inclusivenatureand strongsenseofcommunity.

Organizersexplainedthattheirgoal isnottopushanyoneaway,buttocall peoplein,andaimforasenseofunity, not division.Safetyisapriority,with rallyorganizersprioritizingnon-violenceandoverallcommunitywellbeing. Sabrinsaidthatteamhasundergone traininginde-escalationtechniques, whicharebeingpassedontoparticipants.

“We’recommittedtofollowingall locallawsandtreatingeveryonewith respect—eventhosewhodisagree,”she said.

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TraditionisaliveinSelbyvillethisweekend,astheTownand Bethany-FenwickAreaChamberofCommercearecombiningforces forthe68thAnnualOldTimers’DayClassicCarShow&Family FestivalonSaturday,from8a.m.to3p.m.

Thiseventjustscreams“Father’sDay”and“family.”Morethan 100classiccarswillbeondisplay,andvisitorscangetanup-closeand-personallookatsomecustompaintjobsandvehicles,suchas ModelTFords,datingback115years.Thevehicleswillbejudged from10a.m.tonoon,andwinnerswillbeginbeingannouncedat2 p.m.attheMainEventTent.Thevehicleswillbeupforawardsfor BestOverallWinner,OldestoftheOldTimersandTop25.

Andwhilealotofthedads—andcertainlyagoodnumberof kidsandspouses—willbefocusedonthecars,therewillbeplenty moreforvisitorstoenjoy,includingawatermelon-eatingcontest.In

addition,therewillbearoller-skatingrink,firetruckrides,acommunitybooksaleandalocalsmall-businesspokerrun.Needmorefor thefamilytogetoutthere?Howaboutfoodtrucks,livemusicanda beergarden—withproceedsbenefitingtheSelbyvilleVolunteerFire Company?

Parkingisalwaysahottopicforalotofourmajoreventsbecause, well,parkingisnotalwayseasy.Forthisevent,organizerssaidyou mayparkneartheNextStepLearningCenter,andonlotsandside streets,withhandicappedparkinglocatedonMainStreet.Golfcarts willbetrailingalongChurchStreetstartingat9a.m.ifyou’dlikea lift tothefestival.

Thebeachandinlandbaysarethestarsofthiscommunity’ssummerseason,andforgoodreason.ButOldTimers’Dayhasbeen goingonforquitesometimenow,anditiscertainlyworthavisit.

SenatebillopensupPandora’sBoxforfuture

EarlyTuesdayevening,whilemanythroughoutthefinestateof Delawareweresittingdownwiththeirfamiliesfordinner,statesenators inDovervotedtopassSenateBill159.

Withoutthrowingmyownnarrativeonthisatthestart,orprovidingtheillusionthatImightbe,letmejustprovidetheofficialsynopsis ofthisbill,aswassharedontheState’sownwebsite:

“ThisActrequiresthepermittingofanelectricsubstationasanallowedconditionaluseinaheavyindustrialzoneundercertainconditions setforthintheAct,includingthattheelectricalsubstationisbeingconstructedtosupporttheoperationofaproposed renewableenergygenerationprojectof250 MWorgreater.ThisActisbeinggiven retroactiveeffectsuchthat,ifacountyhaspreviouslydeniedanapplicationforanelectrical substationthatwouldmeettherequirements ofthisAct,thentheapplicationshallbe deemedgrantedprovidedthattheelectrical substationmeetstherequirementsofthisAct.”

Point of No Return

Darin J. McCann

thestateofDelaware.

So,thereitis.Theblack-and-whiteofthisbill,andthearguments forandagainst.Iwantedtoputthatstuffoutthereforyoutoreadfor yourself,digesttheimpactandmakeyourowndecisionabouthowyou feel.

BecauseIfeelmorethanalittlebitsickaboutit.

AndletmeprefacemythoughtsbysayingthatI’mnotjusttakingthe windprojectintoaccountwhenIsaythat.NoramIreallyfocusingon thisparticulardecisionbySussexCountyCouncil.Intheinterestsoffull disclosure,Iwasn’tevenafanofthisoriginal decisionbytheCounty,asIsawitasjusta cleverwayofplayingpoliticstokilltheproposedwindproject.

ADelawarePublicMediareportdescribedthebillassuch: “Delawarelawmakers[advanced]abillthatwouldoverrideaSussex CountyCouncildecisioneffectivelyhaltinganoffshorewindproject.”

WBOCdescribeditas,“TheDelawareStateSenatehaspasseda newbillthatwouldreverseaSussexCountydecisionandpavetheway forUSWindtoconstructasubstationnear3RsBeachaspartoftheir offshorewindproject.

“IfpassedbythefullDelawarelegislature,”theWBOCstory continued,“SenateBill159wouldretroactivelynullifySussexCounty’sdenialofakeypermitforUSWind’sproposedsubstationnearMillsboro. OnJune10,avotebyStateSenatorsbroughtthatbillasignificantstep closertorealization.”

StateSen.GeraldHocker,whorepresentsthisarea,wroteinanopedfortheDailyStateNewsthat,“Thisisn’tjustaboutonesubstation. SB159wouldcreateastatewidemandateallowingthePublicService Commissiontooverridelocalgovernmentsonthesitingofcriticalinfrastructure,effectivelyturningevery communityintoadoormatfor state-leveldecisionsmadewithoutregardforlocalimpactorresident concerns.”

“SussexCountyshouldnothavecontroloverthelightscomingon inNewCastleCounty,”arguedStateSen.StephanieHansen,whowas thebill’sprimarysponsor,accordingtoWBOC.

Hansenhassaidoverandoveragainthisisnotaboutthestateoverpoweringlocalentities,asmuchasitisaboutDelawarefacingastatewideenergyshortage,andthatherprioritiesmustbewiththepeopleof

Iamconcernedaboutwhatcomesnext.

IfSussexCountyCouncilmembersvote downan“upzoning”requestbyadeveloperto fit,say,12homesperacrewherezoningallows forfour,couldtheStatesimplydraftabillto overridethat?CantheStatejustgoaheadandchangetheCounty’sapprovedbudgettocallformoremoneygoingtoDover?

HowaboutifaStatesenatorinWilmingtonwantstoputupatent withhisorherfamilyonthesandinBethanyBeachwhiletheychainsmokecigarettes?Cantheyjustpassabilltonegatedecisionsvotedon bytheduly-electedBethanyBeachTownCouncil,whichbanned smokingandtentsonthebeach?

And,look,IwanttogoaheadandtakeHansen’scommentsatface valuethatthisisaboutanisolatedstate-wideissue,andnotapowergrab byourfriendstothenorth.IhavenevermetSen.Hansen,andshe’s nevergivenmeanyreasontodoubtherword.

Shehadagoodlinewhenshesaid,“SussexCountyshouldnothave controloverthelightscomingoninNewCastleCounty.”Ontheflip side,shouldNewCastleCountyhaveasayonaregionaldecision?Doesn’tNewCastleCountyalreadyhaveaninordinateamountofcontrol overthestatethroughsheernumbersalone,asstatewideelectionsarebasicallydeterminedbyhowNewCastleCountyvoterslean?Dothevotes ofSussexCountiansmeanlessthanthatofafewstatesenators?

Iamallformakingsurethatelectedofficialsandthebodiestheyrepresentdosoinalegal,fairandtransparentmanner.Ifthepowersthatbe feelthatthemembersofSussexCountyCouncildidsomethingillegalor againsttheConstitutionoftheStateofDelaware,let’sgetthemincourt andseehowitplaysoutbasedonthemeritsofthisparticularitem. ButIdon’twantNewCastleorKentcountiestellinguswhento turnoffourownlights.Weelectpeopleheretomakethosechoices.

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Itiscommonknowledgethatevery womanknowsshewasadaddy’sgirl. Justlikeeverymanknowsdeepdown heisamomma’sboy.(Yes,Darin,Iam talkingaboutyou.Youknowthatyou are.)Icertainlythoughtofmyselfasa daddy’sgirlthroughoutmylife.You see,Iwasthefirstchild,thefirst grandchildonthePalmatarysideand theonlygirlforquitesometime.That gotmesomespecialtreatment.

DadandIspentalotoftimetogetherwhenIwassmall.Wewould playcatchinthefieldoutbackatnight afterdinner.Weshothoopsinthe driveway.GuessIwaskindofa

tomboy. Everyyear, thetwoofus wouldgoto Harrington Fairandspend thedayplaying carnivalgames, endingthe nightatthe 500raceorthe demolitionderby.

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Susan Lyons

Asasecondjob,Dadpaintedsigns. Hepaintedbillboards,trucks,cars, stockcars,boats,firetrucks—you nameit.Hehadbooksfullofdifferent

typefacesthathewouldstudyand practicedifferentones. So,Iknew aboutfonts atanearly age.Dadalwaysjust calledthem “alphabets.” OldEnglish,Helvetica,Times—theyare all stillaround.Whoknewbackthenthat Iwouldendupusingthosesamefonts inmyjoblaterinlife?

Wednesdaywouldhavebeenhis

99thbirthday.Unfortunately,hepassed awayafewmonthsago,at98.Itwas hissingulargoalforthelastfiveyears tomakeitto100.Thatwastheonly thingthathewanted,tohaveabig 100thbirthdayparty.Butitwasnot meanttobe.

So,asFather’sDayapproaches,I can’thelpbutthinkofhimandalsoall ofthewonderfulfathersaroundme. Dadworkedhardallofhislife,mostof itdoingtwojobssothatthethreeofus neverwantedforanything.Hewas easygoing,nevermadorupset.Hewas

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TheU.S.Army,FlagDayandRickMonday

ByJerryHardiman SpecialtotheCoastalPoint

OnJune14,wewillcelebratetwo historicoccasions:the250thbirthdayof theU.S.Army,establishedbytheSecondContinentalCongressin1775;and theanniversaryoftheadoptionofthe “FlagoftheUnitedStates”bytheCongressin1777.Itisalsoagoodtimeto rememberthedaywhenMarineCorps veteranRickMondaysavedourflagata ballgamein1976.Thoseoccasions cometogetherinthisstory.

Youmayrememberpartofthestory ofthecreationoftheAmericanflag, howin1776,Gen.GeorgeWashington, commanderoftheArmyofthenew UnitedStates,commissionedBetsy Ross,ahighlyregardedandskilled seamstressinPhiladelphia,tocreatea nationalflag.Washingtonwantedaflag thatwouldbeasymbolofunitywhich everyonecouldserveunder,ratherthan their13separatestateflags.Working

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atalker.Ifyoustoppedtosayhi,you wouldstillbethereanhourlater.

Thestorieshecouldtell!Andthey wereendless—storiesofhimasa childgrowingupinMillville,ofhis family,ofbeinginWorldWarII,storiesofthebeginningsofthepoultry business,storiesofstockcardrivers. Younameit—heknewsomething aboutit.

Iwouldcallhim“theeveryday man.”Nothighlyeducated,butsomeonewhowasself-taughtandtaught himselftodojustaboutanything.He couldfixit,makeitorcookit.Hewas goodatpitchinghorseshoes,throwing dartsand,ofcourse,bowling.

Atonetime,wehadanoldJeepthat wewouldtakeoutonthebeach.Mom wouldbringapicnicdinner,andwe wouldstayoutthereallevening,surffishing.Manytimes,yourfamilywould betheonlyonesoutthere.Itwasa greattimetogrowuparoundhere.

Thisstartedoutwiththeheadline: Soyouknowyou’readaddy’sgirl when:

•Heisthefirstpersonyouthinkto callwhensomethinggoodorbadhappens.

•Hepuffsuplikeabigbearwhen thatfirstboycomesaround.

•Whenyouwalkoutofthedressingroomwithyourfirstpromgown on,andhetellsthesalesladyhewill takeitbeforeheknowsthatitis$350, andhestillsbuysit.

•Whenhedrivesthreehourshome whenheisworkingoutoftownto

withasketchprovidedbyGeneral Washington,Mrs.Rosscreatedafinal design with13alternatingredand whitestripesandafieldofblue,witha constellationof13whitestars.Thefinal designbecamethe“FlagoftheUnited States”onJune14,1777.

Sincethen,thedesignhasbeen modifiedwithadditionalstarsasnew stateshavebeenadmittedintothe UnionbyCongress.Butthebasicstarsand-stripesdesignhasremainedunchanged,andJune14—now designatedbyCongressasNational FlagDay—remainsadaytocelebrate becauseofwhattheflaghascometo mean.

ToparaphrasethewordsofHenry WardBeecher,aclergymanandabolitionistinthe1800s:“Ifanyoneasksme themeaningofourflag,Isayitmeans thehistoryoftherisingupofavaliant youngpeopleagainstanoldtyrannyto establishthemostmomentousdoctrine thattheworldhaseverknown—the

watchyouplayaballgameandthen drivesrightback.

•Hegetsreadytowalkyoudown theaisle,andhelooksatyouandsays,“ Youcanstillchangeyourmind.”

rightofpeopletobefreetolivetheir ownlivesandenjoytheirliberties.”

Theflagindeedrepresentsourhistory,principles,unityandhonor.That’s why,likeGeorgeM.Cohan’soldsong, theGrandOldFlag,“It’stheemblemof theland[we]love,thehomeofthefree andthebrave.”

WhichbringsmetotheSemperFi storyaboutRickMondaysavingthe flagatabaseballgamein1976.

Atthetime,hewasplayingcenterfieldfortheChicagoCubs.Inthetop offourthinninginagameinLosAngelesbetweentheDodgersandthe Cubs,twoprotestersranoutonthefield andtriedtosetanAmericanflagon fire.Whileeveryonewatchedinstunned silence,Mondaydashedoverandpulled theflag,nowwetwithlighterfluid, awayfromthetwoknuckleheadsand carriedittotheDodgerdugoutfor safekeeping.

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•Whennooneelse’sopinionmattersasmuchashis.

So,toallofyoudadsoutthere, happyFather’sDayfromatruedaddy’s girl.

Letters

Lookoutpickleball, herecomesRedBall

Editor:

IplayedRedBallTennisforthefirst timelastweekatBethanyClubTennis. Asalong-timetennisplayer,Iwas skepticalandIthoughtitwouldbesimilartopickleball.Iwaspleasantlysurprised.Thegameisplayedfromthe serviceline(mid-court)ofthetennis court,withaballsomewhatsofterand largerthanatennisball.Theyusejunior-sizedracquets.Theclubprovided bothballsandracquets.Theruleswere veryeasytopickup.No“kitchen,”no hardplasticballs.

Therewereabout20peoplegiving thisnewgameatry—mostlypickleball players.Iwouldsaythatmostplayers gaveitaverygoodreviewandplanned toreturn.BethanyClubTennisisoffer-

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Fansapplauded,theorganistbegan playing,andfansjoinedinsinging “GodBlessAmerica,”andthelarge scoreboardintheoutfieldflasheda message:“Greatplay,RickMonday!!” Whenhenextcameuptobat,the

ingRedBallforfreeonTuesdaysand ThursdaysthroughJune,from4to6 p.m.TheClubisahiddengemon CedarNeckRoadinOceanView. OwnersBobbyHushandLaurenAlbertiareverywelcominganddedicated toallthingstennis.

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McFallrecognized forservicetoothers

Editor:

Thisweek,amanwhohasdedicated hislifetoothersthroughgardensisretiring.JimMcFallisalocal,regionalandnationalhorticulturistthathasimpacted manylivesinapositivemanner.

JimisalocalSussexlegacythatnever receivedtherecognitionthathedeserves. Jimwaslightyearsaheadofpropagation

crowdgavehimalongandloudstandingovation.

Whenreporterslateraskedhimwhat hewasthinking,Monday—whowas thenintheMarineCorpsreserves— simplysaid:“Whattheyweredoingwas wrong.Ididn’twantthemtodesecrate theAmericanflagsomeofmybuddies diedfor.”

The nextmonth,theDodgerswent

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techniquesofmanyplantspecies,ifyou liveinthecoastalareaofBethanyand haveanold-schoolmagnoliaorhydrangea inyourgarden,thankJim—heeither propagatedtheplantortaughtothershow to.

Jimstartedinthe1960sonthedunes oftheAtlantic,plantingbeachgrass.His loveofplantsspreadthroughSussex,alwaysbehindthescenes.Hewastherecognizeddelegateofeverythinggoodand greeninSussex.WhileJimwasthegreen ambassadorinSussexofplants,healso maintainedtremendouspersonalrelationshipswitheachandeverycompetitorand producerofplants.NamessuchasWindsor,Dannegar,Smith,Bunting—allwere awareofJim’seffortstocontinuallyimprovehorticulture.

DuringhistenureatSelbyville-based Bunting’s/PeninsulaNurseries,hewasresponsibleforplantproductionthatsuppliedmillionsofhomegardenerswith

toChicagotoplaytheCubs.InapregameceremonyinWrigleyField,the Dodgerspresentedtheflag,now cleanedandfoldedneatly,toMonday,in appreciation.

Mondayplayedforabout19yearsin theMajorLeagues,includingseven yearswiththeDodgersafterhistime withtheCubs.Attheendofhiscareer in1984,areporteraskedhimifhewas

plants.Everyday,Jimtookthatresponsibilityasweallwouldwant,qualityandreliability.

Inthe1980s,Jimestablishedrelationshipsthatspreadthelovefornativeplants. Ittookastrongmantoupendthetraditionalgardenperennialsmarketintonatives.Let’sjustsay,withoutJim,native perennialswouldbeinthedarkages.His relationshipwithnativeplantpioneers suchasMcCallandHendricksblossomed nativeplantsintothemainstaysoftoday. I’llneverforgetthedayhesaid,“JoePye weedisreallycool,it’snotaditchplant.”

Jimtransitionedthroughhorticulture withouteverburningabridge.Hewasalwaysappreciatedbyeveryone,forhiseffortwasaboutplants,notself.

DuringJim’stenure,hehadsomany responsibilities,includingmanager,buyer, productioncoordinatorandwhatIcon-

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disappointedthattheonlythinghewas rememberedforwassavingtheAmericanflagin1976.Mondayreplied,“You knowwhat?That’snotabadthingtobe rememberedfor.”Godblessyou,Rick Monday.You’reanMVPinourunofficialhonoraryHallofFame. HappyFlagDaytoallandhappy U.S.ArmybirthdaytoallArmyveteransandtheirfamilies.

WillFern

Jun 11 - 17, 7PM

A seasoned magician with over 20 years of performing experience, Will Fern is known around the country for his diverse magical career. From close-up magic performed at all manner of private and corporate affairs, to team building workshops, trade show booth “edutainment”, and theater performances…Will is constantly working, at over 200 shows per year. A masterful comedy magician, Will works audience members into his effects with arresting imaginative skill.

RandyForster

Jun 18 - 24, 7PM

Randy Forster has been performing Magic since he was rst mesmerized as a young man, mainly in the middle Atlantic states, for corporate events, private organizations, and parties, as well as local restaurants, clubs, and charities. Randy’s style has made him a favorite performer of young and old alike.

BritofMagic

Jun 25 - July 1, 7PM

Amazing magic, hilarious comedy, and a delectable insight into the life of two very un-ordinary people. They were described as ‘Aliens of extraordinary ability’ by the US government, and they bring their distinctly British sense of humor to every show. Keith Fields is a world champion magician and headline comedian; Lady Sarah is a real English lady with a penchant for shoes; she does her best to keep everything in some semblance of control!

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siderthemostimportant:horticultural ambassador.WhileJimhadthis“hippie” wayabouthim,thatstoppedwhenhis managementresponsibilitiesbegan.To thisday,mysonsays,“JimwasthetoughestbossIeverhad,butthebestboss,becausenotonlydidheboss,hetaughtme aboutplants,workethicandlife.”

touchedatleastabillionplants.Ifyou gardenedinthe’90swithfruitplants,vegetables,perennials,shrubsandtrees,Jim wasthemanbehindthescenesfornearly 30years.Youdothemath—Jimwasa plantmulti-billionaire.

Once,Jimwasaskedtoleadthelaunch ofdevelopingaproductlineofvegetable plantstoanationalconsumerbase.Jim developedeachandeveryoperationaland distributionmethod,andindoingsohad torelocatetothemountainsofPennsylvania,working90hoursaweek.Hedidso notforbusinessandfinancialgain—he diditforunknowngardeners,peoplewho appreciatedafreshgardengrowntomato, pepperandeggplant.

Ioftenwonderhowmanyplantsdid Jimmanageformillionsofgardeners?I cansayinoneyearinthemid-’90s,Jim

Lateinourcareers,webecameinterestedinorganics.Again,behindthe scenes,Jimmanagedthecertificationof organicplantregistration.Theapplication wasnearly100pages,andthecertification agencysaiditwasthemostcomprehensiveapplicationeverreceived—thank you,Jim.From2009’tiltoday,ifyouused asoilfromamajorretailer,Jimformulated themixsoyouwouldbesuccessfulinyour efforts.Jimrealized,togrowquality plants,youneededqualitysoils.

Yes,thatcompletesthecircleofgardens.Jimhasdoneitall.

Today,Jimretires—52yearsofmakinglivesbetterthroughplantsbut,most importantly,beingamanofgreatintegrity,strengthandfriendships.

- B-I-N-G-O - 6pm (Last Day & TV Drawing 6/16) - Themed T-R-I-V-I-A - 7pm (Last Day 6/17) - T-R-I-V-I-A - 7pm (Last Day & TV Drawing 6/18)

M-I-N-G-O - 7pm (Last Day 6/19)

Jim,mayyourworldforeverberewarding.It’stimethegreenworldthanksyou forwhatyouhavedonetoimproveso manylivesthroughgardening.

DaveDevine,JimMcFall’sfamily,and thousandsofappreciatinghorticulturists

Readerupset withreferendumvote

Editor:

IamwritingtoexpressmydeepsadnessovertheseconddefeatoftheIndian Riverschoolreferendum.Why…so manyseenfittovoteagainstitbothersme andothers,especiallywhenmostare probablynewtothiswonderfularea.And theyareprobablyherefromsomeplace wheretheypaidastronomicallymorein taxes.

Iamguessingtheyrationalizedsome deviouspositionthatenabledthemto voteagainstanddefeatthisreferendum. Perhapstheterriblylowandunacceptable nationalrankofourschoolsmotivated themand,ifso,howdidtheythinkthis defeatwillhelp?Orperhapstheycameup withsomeotherpettyexcusethatassuagedtheirconsciences!Whateverreasontheyhadallowedthemtoavoidoneof theirbasicresponsibilities,andthatisto educateourschoolchildren.Hopefully, theywilldowhatisrightthenexttime! Andonanothernote,onspendingfor ourschools,here’ssomethingmostpeople donotknow: SussexTechandthesix othertechnicalhighschoolsinDelaware allhavetheirown—yes,theirveryown —schoolsuperintendent,assistantschool superintendent,principalandviceprincipal.Andallthesesevenschoolsuperintendentsandassistantsuperintendentsare paidforservicesrenderedtoasingle schoolbuilding.Perhapssomegovernor willsomedayconcedethiswastefulness andestablishasingletechnicalhigh schooldistrictwithoneschoolsuperintendentandoneassistantschoolsuperintendent.

Inthemeantime,ourIndianRiver SchoolDistrictwillcontinuetohaveto operateunderfunded!

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OceanAreaGolfCartssettosellLSVs

BySusanCanfora StaffReporter

Askedwhyit’spreferabletodrive alow-speedvehicle,orgolfcart,to thebeach,insteadofacar,David Hamm’sanswerisquickanddeliveredwithasmile:“Theyarefun,and theycomeincoolcolors,”thevice presidentofOceanAreaGolfCarts inOceanViewsaid.

“Ifyouhaveabeachhouse,would youratherjumpinacarorjumpona golfcart?Italldependsonwhatyou aredoing.Stayingaroundtheneighborhood,wouldn’tyouratherbeona golfcart?Youwon’tspentanytimeat thegasstation,becausetheyareall electric,”heemphasized,explaining thattheLSVs,astheyareknown, havecharacteristicsofvehicles,are requiredtohavelicenseplates,be registeredandinsured,andcanonly bedrivenbylicenseddrivers.

Hesaidhe’sfoundthere’salsoa demandforelectricbikesfromriders whouseRoute26—anoftencongestedarea—andalsofromforeign studentswhocometotheareato workinthesummer.

“Someofthemaremovingoverto theelectricversion.Itgivesthem convenience.Theyarepayingalittle

bitmoresotheycangettowhere theyaregoingfaster.Itseemslikea moreconvenientwaytotravel.What isneatabouttheseistheyhavea gaugeclusterthesizeofyourphone, maybesmaller,onyourhandlebars, anditgivesyoueverything.Ittells youwhatgearyou’rein,yourspeed, thedistanceyoutravel.It’salotlikea car.Ithasamotorononeofthetires intherear,andit’scompletelyelectric.Ithastobepluggedin,”hesaid.

“TheLSVhasdifferentrequirementsfromaregulargolfcart.They goontheroadlegally.Ithastotravel under35mph,anditisonlyallowed tobeonroadswherethespeedlimit is35orunder.Itcan’tbedrivenona highway,butitcancrossoverahighway,”Hammexplained.

Likecars,LSVshaveroofs,windshields,windshieldwipers,turnsig-

nals,speedometersandseatbelts.

“HavinganLSVisagreatfamily thing,anditinvolveseverybody.It’s easytravel.Kidsgetakickoutofit. Itmakesitconvenientgoingtothe pool.Nobodywantstojumpinacar whentheyareallwetandgetthe seatsallwet.TheLSVcanbehosed off,becausetheseatsarevinyl,and thevehiclescomeinbrightyellow, brightgreenandevenaHarleyorange,”Hammsaid,invitinganyone interestedtostopbyOceanArea GolfCartsat34461AtlanticAvenue inOceanViewandtakeanIconLSV orIconelectricbicycleforatest drive.

Bikescostaround$1,999,and LSVsrangefrom$10,045to$13,545, comparedtoabout$8,000foratraditionalgolfcart.Financingisavailable forthosewhoqualify.

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BeebeHealthcarewelcomesnewclinicians

BeebeHealthcareannouncedthisweek thatthreenewteammembershavejoined theorganization.

MeganBowlin,MSN,APRN,FNP-C, isapalliativeoncologynursepractitioner whoworksatthehospitalandBeebeOncologyServices.Shesaidsheispassionate aboutcaringforpatientswhohavebeendiagnosedwithadvancedandlife-threatening diseases,withafocusonsymptomandside effectmanagement,educationand“goalsof care”conversations.

Bowlinsaidsheiseagertosupportpatientsinwaysthatboosttheirphysical, mentalandspiritualwellness,regardlessof prognosisordiseasestaging.Inherday-todaywork,shestrivestoenhancequalityof lifeforpatientsbyanticipating,preventing andtreatingawiderangeofphysicaland mentalconditions.

“BeebeHealthcarepromotesexcellence, compassion,andcommunity,andIamexcitedtomakeadifferenceinthelivesofpatientswhoarelivingthroughdifficult circumstances,”saidBowlin.“Havinga solidfoundationinpalliativecareoncology aswellasfamilymedicinewillassistmeasI careforpatientsphysically,mentallyand spiritually.”

Learnmoreatbeebehealthcare.org/doctors/megan-m-bowlin-fnp.

AnastasiiaIsrael,MSN,RN,ACNPCAG,CCRN,isaboard-certifiedacute-care nursepractitionerspecializinginthemanagementofcriticallyilladultsintheIntensiveCareUnit.Withadvancedclinical trainingandacompassionateapproachto care,shecaresforpatientswithcomplex, high-acuityconditions,workingcollaborativelywithinaspecializedteamtodeliver

evidence-basedtreatmentandholisticpatientsupport.

Israelsaidsheiscommittedtoproviding carethatnotonlyaddressestheimmediate medicalneedsofherpatientsbutalsoempowersthemandtheirfamiliesthrougheducationandadvocacy.

“ItakegreatprideinservingatBeebe, wherethecultureofcompassion,excellenceandcommunitymirrorsmypersonal andprofessionalvalues,”saidIsrael.“Duringmyinterview,everyinteractionshowed thatallemployeeshereupholdthesevalues.Iamexcitedtobeapartofateamthat trulycaresfortheirpatientsandeach other.”

Learnmoreat beebehealthcare.org/doctors/anastasiia-sisrael-agacnp.

StephenIsrael,MSN,AGACNP-BC,

Where Coastal Comfort Meets Family

isanexperiencednursepractitionerspecializinginneurology,emergencymedicine andacutecare.Heprovidesadvancedclinicalcaretopatients13orolderwhoare hospitalizedwithawiderangeofneurologicalconditions,includingmigraines, seizuredisorders,stroke,andothercomplex oracuteneurologicalissuesatBeebeNeurologyinLewes.

“Withastrongcommitmenttoclinical excellence,Icombineevidence-basedpracticewithcompassionate,patient-centered caretoimproveoutcomesandenhancethe overallpatientexperience,”saidIsrael. “Beebeisfamily-oriented,soitwasthe rightchoiceformewhenmyfamilymoved tothearea.”

Learnmoreat

beebehealthcare.org/doctors/stephen-misrael-agacnp.

Latinabusiness summitsetfor June14inMilford

LaPlazaDelawareishostingthe firstLatinaWomeninBusinessSummitonSaturday,June14,inanevent designedtoconnectandinspireLatina entrepreneursandleadersacrossthe state.Itwilltakeplacefrom9a.m.to4 p.m.,atAvenueUnitedMethodist Church,20N.ChurchStreet,Milford.

TheLatinaBusinessSummitwill bringtogethermorethan150women foradayofnetworking,learningand celebration.Panelsandsessionswill focusonempoweringwomeninbusiness,featuringdiscussionsonleadership, identity,growthandculture.

Attendeeswillhearfrombusiness ownersandLatinaleaders,including:

•GuillerminaGonzález,headofthe DoctorofBusinessAdministrationprogramattheCollegeofBusiness,WilmingtonUniversity;

•MargieLópezWaite,founderand CEOofAspiraAcademy;and •VirginiaEsteban,editor,Hoyen Delaware.

DelawareSecretaryofStateCharuni Patibanda-Sanchezwillstopbyduring lunchtoofferencouragementandsupporttoattendees.

Thesummit,whichwillincludea fashionshowandmusicbyaLatina artist,ispartofLaPlazaDelaware’s commitmenttosupportandinvestin Latinaentrepreneursthroughits ¡DALE!programandothercommunity initiatives.

LaPlazaDelawareisanonprofitorganizationdedicatedtoelevating Latino-ownedbusinessesthrougheducation,coachingandcommunity-building.“Throughits¡DALE!initiative,La PlazasupportshundredsofentrepreneursacrossSussexandKentcounties withthetoolsandconfidencetothrive.”

ACCEPTING NEW PATIENTS

Col.VernonDibelerII,80

Col.VernonH.DibelerII,80, passedawayunexpectedlyonMay16, 2025.Hewasbornin1945inWashington,D.C.,andraisedinChevy Chase,Md.Heearnedabachelor’s degreeinchemistryfromPennsylvaniaStateUniversityandlaterobtainedamaster’sdegreeinsystems managementfromtheUniversityof SouthernCalifornia.

Dibelerwascommissioned throughtheReserveOfficerTraining CorpsinDecemberof1967.HeenteredactivedutyinFebruary1969, latertransitioningtotheU.S.Air ForceReservein1972.Throughout hisdistinguished37-yearcareer,he heldavarietyofcommandandstaff positionsacrossthemunitions,data automationandlogisticscareerfields.

Asacivilian,Dibelerspentmore than29yearsasacomputertelecommunicationssystemsofficerandprojectmanageronlargenational-level programswiththeCentralIntelligenceAgency.Hiscareerwasbuilton astrongfoundationinprojectmanagement,systemsengineeringandIT leadership,withexpertiseindevelopingandoverseeingmission-critical systemsforgovernmentandintelligenceagencies.

DibelerspentthreedecadesinVienna,Va.,whilecherishingsummers inBethanyBeach,Del.,whereheand hisbelovedwife,NedraKayKnepper Dibeler,raisedtheirfamily.Dibeler lovedbeingonthebeach,enjoying thesimplepleasuresofbeachlifeand sharingthatlovewithhisfamily.

Aftertheirchildrengraduated fromcollege,DibelerandhiswiferetiredtoBethanyBeach,enjoying theirtimetogetheruntilherpassing in2012,following37yearsofmarriage.Seekingyear-roundwarmth andbeachvibes,DibelerlaterrelocatedtoNaples,Fla.There,hecontinuedhisappreciationforseaside livingandenjoyingthecity’sdining scene,alwaysinsearchofagreat seafoodmeal.Whetherdiscovering newrestaurantsorenjoyingfamiliar favorites,hecherishedgoodfood, meaningfulconversations,andthe companyoffriendsandfamily.

Dibelerissurvivedbyhisdaughter, ColleenScout,andherhusband, Matthew;hisson,ReedDibeler,and hiswife,KellyRossi;hisgrandchildren,EmmettScout,AmberScout, KaydenDibelerandCarterDibeler; andhissistersDianneHigginsand ArleneCarr.

TherewillbeaCelebrationofLife serviceonSaturday,July26,2025,at 11a.m.atFlorisUnitedMethodist Church,13600FryingPanRoad, Herndon,Va.Ifdesired,inlieuof

flowers,thefamilyrequestedthatmemorialdonationsbemadeinmemory ofVernonH.DibelerIItoThe SurfriderFoundationat https://www.surfrider.org/.Donationsmaybedirectedtoaspecific chapter,suchasDE:Delaware-MemorialorFL-ParadiseCoast.

TimothyCharlesDuValJr.,24

TimothyCharlesDuValJr.,24,affectionatelyknownas“Tim”to friendsandlovedones,passedaway onMay25,2025,inWellfleet,Mass. BornonSept.29,2000,inSalisbury, Md.,hislifewasoneofenduringenergyandpassion,definedbyhislove forhisfamily,hiscountryandthe greatoutdoors.

Forthepasttwoyears,DuValhad servedasadedicatedlinemanwith Local175.Hewasknownforfearlesslychasingstormsacrossthecountry,neversettlinginoneplacefortoo long.Priortohistimeasalineman, heservedhiscountrywithdistinction intheU.S.Army,withfouryearsof activedutystationedatFortBenning, Ga.Hiscommitmentcontinuedin theArmyReserve,showcasinghis unwaveringdedicationtoservice.

Hispassionsextendedbeyondhis workandmilitaryservice.Hewasan avidpoolplayer,herelishedthefreedomoftheopenroadonhismotorcycle,andheenjoyedhuntingand fishinginnature’sembrace.Hehada loveforallmusic,blastingtheradio inhistruckwiththewindowsdown, dancingandyellingthelyricswithout acareintheworld.Heoftenrodehis motorcycletobeautifuloceanlocationstositpeacefullyandreflect. Aboveall,hewasadevotedfather, cherishingmomentsspentwithhis sonandnevermissinganopportunity toconnectthroughtheirregular FaceTimechats.

Hewillbedeeplymissed,buthis enduringspiritwillforeverbeapart oftheliveshetouched.

DuValissurvivedbyhiswife,Angeliki“Kiki”Lampadarios,whomhe

marriedin2020;andtheircherished son,WaylonThomasDuVal.Heis alsosurvivedbyhisfather,Timothy CharlesDuValSr.,andstepmother Ashleigh;grandparentsCarolynand HowardDuValofMillsboro,Del; andhissiblingsAshleyTaylorof KentIsland,Md.,GabriellaDuValof Millsboro;andtwohalf-brothersand onehalf-sister,allofSalisbury,Md. Healsoleavesbehindadearfriend andbrother-by-choice,Kyle Williams,ofKentIsland,Md.,whose guidanceandfriendshipshapedhim intothemanhebecame.

Afuneralservicewillbeheldat3 p.m.onTuesday,June17,2025,at WatsonFuneralHome&Crematorium,211SouthWashingtonStreet, Millsboro,Del.,wherefriendsmay callbeginningat1p.m.Intermentis tobeprivate.Hislifememorialwebpageisathttps://www.watsonfh.com.

JohnRaymondGraham,84

JohnRaymondGraham,84,of OceanView,Del.,passedaway peacefully,athome,surroundedby lovedones,onJune9,2025.Bornon Aug.20,1941,inCumberland,Md., Grahamwasthesonofthelate JosephGrahamandVera(Mauk) Graham.

Hewasaproudmemberofthe DC51-LU368Unionforover30 years.Onceretired,heandhiswife, Kathy,enjoyedtravel,familyandwintersinFlorida.Whennottraveling, theytookinconcertsontheboardwalkandvolunteeredatthelocal VFW.HebecameafixtureofOcean WayEstates,whilealwayslendinga helpinghand.Hewillbefondlyrememberedbythecommunity.

Grahamwasprecededindeathby hislovingwife,Kathryn,whomhe marriedin1983.Heleavesbehind JohnR.GrahamII(andBonnie), JeannieSansbury,MelvinFlora(and Kathy),RobertFlora(andTerry)and MichaelFlora;alongwithmany grandchildrenandgreat-grandchildren;andhisfaithfulcaninecompanion,Buddy.

Avisitationwillbeheldfrom4to

Artisan, hand rolled, grilled pizzas, awesome wine & local craft beer

team.Hewasalsoanavidfanofthe NewEnglandPatriots,rarelymissing agameandalwayscheeringthemon withenthusiasm.

dearfriendswhowillmisshim deeply.

5p.m.onWednesday,June18,2025, attheOceanViewChapelofMelson FuneralServices,38040MuddyNeck Road,OceanView,Del.,whereafuneralservicewillbeginat5p.m.A gravesideservicewillbeheldatnoon onThursday,June19,2025,atthe SouthernMemorialGardens,10155 WardRoad,Dunkirk,Md.Inlieuof flowers,memorialcontributionsmay bemadetotheAlzheimer’sAssociationbyvisitingwww.alz.org.Condolencesmaybemadebyvisiting www.melsonfuneralservices.com.

LaPraddedicated38yearsofhis lifetothefamilybusiness,Seaford MachineWorks,whereheworkedon aspecificmachine,thathelearnedto programandusedexclusively.Hewas rememberedbyhisco-workersasa goodguywithagreatsenseofhumor. Customershadoftencommentedon howpoliteandhelpfulhewas.

Afuneralservicewillbeheldon Saturday,June14,2025,at11a.m.at WatsonFuneralHome,211S.WashingtonStreet,Millsboro,Del.,witha viewingbeginningat10a.m.Burial willfollowatOddFellowsCemetery inSeaford.Inlieuofflowers,the familyaskedthatfriendsandfamily donatetoSt.Jude’s,acausethat LaPradsupported.Thosewhochoose todonate,shouldputin Jdlaprad@gmail.comfortheemail notificationsothatthefamilycanrememberandthankeveryonewhodonatedinhisname.

JohnDavidLaPrad,55

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JohnDavidLaPrad,55,of Georgetown,Del.,passedaway peacefully,athishome,onJune2, 2025.BorninMilford,Del.,hewas thebelovedsonofJanice(Workman) LaPradandJohnLaPrad.

HewasalifememberofMount OlivetBrethrenChurch,wherehe acceptedJesusashissaviorandwas baptizedintotheBrethrenFaith.He wasknownbymanynicknames: Buck,JBuck,J.D.,JohnnyandUncle Johnsy.

AproudgraduateofSussexCentralHighSchool,Classof1987, LaPradcarriedalifelongloyaltyand passionforhisalmamater’sfootball

Outsideofwork,LaPradfoundjoy inthegreatoutdoors.Helovedfourwheeling,fishing,boatingandgolfing.Hethoroughlyenjoyed practicinghismarksmanshipbytargetshooting,andheplayedamean gameofpool.Hewasknownbyall forhisdrysenseofhumor,unforgettablelaughandagenerousspiritthat alwaysfoundhimhelpingothersin theirtimeofneed.

LaPradwasprecededindeathby hispaternalgrandparents,Peterand KathrynLaPrad;maternalgrandparents,DaleandVernaWorkman;his uncle,RobertHillLaPrad;andhis aunt,JoyceAnnHarrell.Hismemory willbecherishedbyhisparents;his sister,DaleLaPrad(andLaMar Stewart)ofSeaford,Del.;hisniece, CaitlynSchaffner,alsoofSeaford; andhisnephew,ColeSchaffnerof BocaRaton,Fla.Healsoleavesbehindmanyaunts,uncles,cousinsand

Visitwww.watsofh.comtoviewhis lifememorialwebpageandsignhis onlineguestbook.

LoisJ.Lathbury,85

LoisJ.Lathbury,85,ofFrankford, Del.,wenthometobewiththeLord onSaturday,June7,2025,whilesurroundedbyherlovingfamily,inthe comfortofherownhome.Shewas borninWilmington,Del.,onAug. 19,1939,daughterofthelateRoland BernardSmithandthelateMartha Deliha(Freeman)Smith. ShewasagraduateofNewark HighSchool,intheClassof1957. Shortlyaftergraduation,shewentto workfortheDuPontCompanyfor

Week One: June 23-27

Week Two: July 28-August 1

9:00am-12pm // $10 per week

For kids in Grade 2 (or 7 years old) through Grade 8. These grades are based on grade level as of Sept. 2025.

Get ready for an exciting time at Sports Camp 2025! At camp, you’ll enjoy playing a variety of sports and engaging in fun games. Plus, we are bringing back “Water Day” which was a huge hit last year. Don’t hesitate—sign up for one week or double the excitement by enrolling for both weeks!

July 14-18

Family Night on July 18 6:00pm-8:30pm // FREE

For kids who are entering Kindergarten this September through Grade 5.

This year’s Gforce Camp theme is Magnified! Your children will be encouraged to look closely at the details of God’s amazing world and magnify, or proclaim, the greatness of God. God made us, cares about us, loves us, forgives us, and is faithful to keep all His promises to us.

Localstudentsmakingtheirmarksincollege

Localstudentshonored bySusquehanna

SusquehannaUniversityrecently congratulateditsstudentsnamedtothe Dean’sListforthespring2025semester.Theyincludedlocalstudents:

•FinnSheridanofFrankford; •LeahSheridanofGeorgetown; •MelanieCeylanofMillsboro; •ElishaJonesofMillsboro;and •KieranConwayofSelbyville.

Thedean’slistrecognizesstudents whoachieveagrade-pointaverageof 3.4orhigheroutofapossible4.0for thesemester.Toqualify,studentsmust completeaminimumof12semester hours.

SusquehannaUniversityhas2,200 studentsstudyingthearts,business,humanitiesandsciences.

Hudson-Hubbs graduatesfromFort HaysStateUniversity

FortHaysStateUniversityrecognizedapproximately1,691graduates duringitsSpring2025commencement ceremoniesFridayandSaturday,May 16-17,atGrossMemorialColiseumin Hays.

AmongthegraduateswasMillsboro nativeLindsayHudson-Hubbs,aneducationgraduatewithaspecialtyinpsychology.

Conwayearnsdegree atSusquehanna

SusquehannaUniversityannounced thisweekitsgraduatesfromtheClass

of2025.

KieranConwayofSelbyvillegraduatedsummacumlaudefromSusquehannawithabachelor’sdegreein marketing.

SusquehannaUniversityhas2,200 studentsstudyingthearts,business,humanitiesandsciences.

Ehlersnamedto Dean’sListatCarsonNewmanUniversity

AnumberofCarson-Newman UniversitystudentsmadetheDean’s Listforthespring2025semester,includingCamrynEhlersofDagsboro. TheuniversityawardsDean’sList honorstostudentsearningagradepointaverageof3.5to3.9whiletak-

ing12ormorecredithours. Foundedin1851,Carson-Newman isaChrist-centered,liberalarts-based universityaffiliatedwiththeTennesseeBaptistConvention.Locatedin JeffersonCity,Tenn.,amongthe foothillsoftheGreatSmokyMountains,Carson-Newmanoffers50undergraduatemajors,aswellas associate,bachelor’s,master’sanddoctoraldegrees.Theinstitution’swebsite isatcn.edu.

Toomeygraduates fromMcDanielCollege

AliciaNicoleToomeyofMillsboro recentlygraduatedwithabachelor’s degreeinhistoryfromMcDanielCollege.

Thecollegeawarded380bachelor’s degreesduringthecollege’s155th Commencement,fortheClassof 2025,onMay23.Thecommencement speakerfortheundergraduateceremonywasmilitaryandbusinessleader LindaL.Singh.Thebachelor’sdegree recipientshad35differentmajorsand hailedfrom16states,aswellasthe DistrictofColumbiaandsixcountries.

FormoreinformationaboutMcDanielCollege,visit www.mcdaniel.edu.

Quandtnamedto

Springfield’sdean’slist

SpringfieldCollegehasnamedPeter QuandtfromMillsborotothedean’s listforacademicexcellenceforthe2025 springsemester.Quandthasaprimary majorofappliedexercisescience.

The criteriaforselectiontothe dean’slistare:thestudentmusthave completedaminimumof12credit hoursofgradedcourseworkforthe term,exclusiveof“P”grades.Thestudentmustnothaveanyincompletesor missinggradesinthedesignatedterm. Thestudentmusthaveaminimumsemestergradeaverageof3.500forthe term.Studentsmustnothavebeen barredfromdean’slistduetodisciplinaryaction.

Glanceyhonoredby RhodeIsland

TheUniversityofRhodeIslandannounced thisweekthatMeganGlancey ofMillsborohasbeennamedtoits Spring2025Dean’sList.

TobeincludedontheDean’sList, full-timestudentsmusthavecompleted 12ormorecreditsforlettergrades whichareGPAapplicableduringasemesterandachievedatleasta3.30qualitypointaverage.Part-timestudents qualifywiththeaccumulationof12or

morecreditsforlettergradeswhichare GPAapplicableearningatleasta3.30 qualitypointaverage.

StudentsnamedtotheDean’sList representnearlyallofRhodeIsland’s citiesandtowns,allsixNewEngland states,NewYorkandNewJersey,and manyotherstatesandcountries. Foundedin1892,URInowenrolls morethan18,000studentsandoffers morethan200degreeprogramsacross nineschoolsandcolleges.Tolearn more,visit:uri.edu.

HurdnamedtoDean’s ListatGroveCity

RileyHurdofOceanView,afreshmanBiblicalandreligiousstudiesmajor atGroveCityCollege,hasbeennamed totheDean’sListforthefall2024semester.

StudentseligiblefortheDean’sList haveaGPAof3.40to3.59,forthe Dean’sListwithDistinctionaGPAof 3.60to3.84,andfortheDean’sList withHighDistinctionaGPAof3.85 to4.0.

GroveCityCollege(gcc.edu)isa comprehensiveChristianliberalartsinstitutionestablishedin1876.Itoffers undergraduateandgraduatedegreesin morethan70majorsona180-acre campusnorthofPittsburgh,Pa.

Menendezhonoredby BucknellUniversity

BucknellUniversityhasreleasedthe dean’slistforoutstandingacademic achievementduringthespringsemester ofthe2024-2025academicyear.Astudentmustearnagradepointaverageof 3.5orhigheronascaleof4.0toreceive dean’slistrecognition.

Amongthosenamedtothedean’s listisSamMenendezofGeorgetown,a managementmajorintheClassof 2028.

McAreehonored byWilliam&Mary

DuncanMcAreeofMillsborowas recentlynamedtotheDean’sListatthe CollegeofWilliam&Maryforthe spring2025semester.

ToachieveDean’sListstatus,afulltimedegree-seekingundergraduatestudentmusttakeatleast12credithours andearna3.6QualityPointAverage duringthesemester.

William&Maryisthesecondoldest institutionofhigherlearninginthe UnitedStates.

Dejewskigraduates fromJamesMadison

EliseDejewskiofMillsborograduatedwithabachelor’sdegreeinhospitalitymanagementfromJamesMadison

UniversityduringcommencementexercisesinMayof2025.

Dejewskiwasamong4,575students whoreceivedundergraduateandgraduatedegrees.

Foundedin1908,JamesMadison Universityisapublicuniversitylocated inVirginia’sShenandoahValley.JMU studentshaveaccesstoNCAADivision 1athletics.

TuttlenamedtoDean’s ListatKutztown

Some2,193studentshavebeen namedtotheSpring2025Dean’sList atKutztownUniversity,includingZoe WTuttleofOceanView.TobeeligiblefortheDean’sList,anundergraduatestudentmustberegisteredforat least12creditsandhaveaminimum gradepointaverageof3.60.

Foundedin1866,KutztownUniversityofPennsylvaniaisamemberof thePennsylvaniaStateSystemof HigherEducationlocatedon289 acresnestledintheEastPennValley inBerksCounty,betweenReading andAllentown,Pa.KUstudentsselect frommorethan130areasofstudy withinfourcollegesinaliberalarts academicenvironment.

Tocomplementtheirstudies,KU’s NCAADivisionIIathleticsprogram with23varsitysportsjoinsthemore than160studentclubsandorganizations.

JamesFarmcutstheribbononneweducationalbuildings Community

ByLauraWalter StaffReporter

WhenSussexCountyschoolchildrenvisitJamesFarmEcological Preserve,manyofthemaredipping theirfeetintheDelawarebaysfor theveryfirsttime.It’saspecialmomentbetweenthemandtheirhome state.

Nowthatthefirstmajorbuildings haveopenedatJamesFarm,those studentswillhaveadedicatedspace tofurtherstudythewater,andwork withmicroscopesandscientific equipment,andtheywillhavearoof andwallstokeepthemsafe.

OnMay30,theDelawareCenter fortheInlandBays(CIB)cutthe ribbonontheSusanK.BallEducationalCenter,aswellasanewmaintenancebuilding,restrooms, amphitheaterclassroomandawide, stage-likedeck.

“It’ssonicethatnowtherainisn’t goingtokeepthemfromlearning, andallofusparentswillknowthat theyaresafe,”saidAimeeIsaac,vice chairoftheCIBboard.“School groups,campsandscoutgroupsalso nowhaveabathroomtouse!”

Freeandopentothepublic,the OceanViewnaturepreservehasbeen alow-key,butbeloved,placeofeducationandrecreationfordecades. Naturetrailswindthroughfieldand foresttoagentlebeachalongIndian RiverBay.Schoolchildrenseinefor sealifeandstudytheecosystem.

“TheJamesFarmisaninvestment inourlocalcommunity.Iknow throughoutthecounty,wedon’thave alotofplaceslikethis,”saidIsaac. “It’sreallyspecial.…It’sasanctuary forallofthelocalswholiveinthis area.”

“Threeseasonsoftheyear,they’ll havethisrefugeandthislearningopportunity,”saidChristopheTulou, CIBexecutivedirector.Hethanked thepastandpresentstaff,volunteers, leadership,architectsandgovernmentofficialswhocontributedtothe projectvision.

“Thecompletionofthismajor capitalprojectmarksanewchapter intheCenter’sabilitytodeliver high-qualityenvironmentalprogrammingandvisitorexperiences,” statedtheCIBstaff.“Thisproject strengthensthePreserve’sroleasa hubforcommunityconnectionto theInlandBays.”

StateRep.RonGray(R-38th)re-

CoastalPointphotos•LauraWalter JamesFarmEcologicalPreserveandthe CenterfortheInlandBaysheldaribboncutting eventforitsneweducational buildingsonFriday,May30.Right, ChristopheTulou,ExecutiveDirectorat theCenterfortheInlandBays,speaksto thegatheredcrowd.

calledhowexcitingitoncewasjust toexpandtheparkinglot.Now,the importanceofJamesFarmhasbeen madeevidentbytheimmensefinancialandlegislativesupportithasgarnered.

“Todosomethinglikethis,it takesallofus,”saidCatherineLibertz,EPAdeputyregionaladministratorofRegion3.“It’sprivate industry.It’sfederal,stateandlocal government.It’slocalbusinesses.It’s citizens.It’senvironmentalgroups. …Allofitcomestogethertoget stufflikethisdone.”

Today,the150-acrepreserveisa livingclassroomwithsevendistinct habitats.Inthepastdecade,theCIB hasimprovedtrails,signage,the mainentranceandparkinglots,and

addedaneventlawn.SussexCounty CouncilPresidentDouglasHudson sharedthepreserve’shistory:donated totheCountyin1992;firstleased forCIBmanagementin1998;anda masterplancreatedin2014forthe preserve’sfuture.

ThejoyofDelmarva’slandscape

AdescendentoftheJamesfamily, thelateMaryLighthipedonatedthe landtotheCountyinmemoryofher son,Harold,whodiedinanautocollision.Itwastobeusedforenvironmentaleducationandrecreational activities.

“Marywasapersonwhoreally lovedhercommunity.…Shewanted tomakesurenothingwaseverbuilt onthisanditwasalwayspreserved foreducatingourstudents,”saidstate Sen.GeraldHockerSr.(R-20th). Althoughshewantedtosavethe propertyfrombuildingdevelopment, hesaid,“Ithinkwhatbuildingyou seetodayshe’dbeproudof.…We gottabethankfultoMary.”

BobCollinshasbeenafamiliar faceatJamesFarm—onceasavisitorandnowastheCIBmanagerof programsandfacilities.

“Itfeelsgood.It’sabigaccomplishment.…Comehereandenjoy theplace!”heencouraged,adding thatittoucheshishearttoseepeople enjoytheland,downtothesmallest childrenatalibrarystorytime,down bythebay.

Thenexttasksfortheprojectwill beincorporatingexistingprograms intothenewspace,aswellasadding usefullandscaping,suchasraingardensorpollinatorareas.

Visitorvolunteer

TheCIBoffersmanypublicactivitiesandvolunteeropportunities, bothonweekendsandweekdays,for allagesandabilities.It’sincredible howmanyprogramsandstudiesthe CIBaccomplishesthroughvolunteerism.

“There’snotmuchstuffthat’sfree anymore.Natureshouldbefree,”said LoriWhitehaus,alongtimevolunteerwithherhusband,Tom.Shesaid theygladlycommutefromLong NecktoserveasJamesFarmdocents. Theirchildrenand,now,theirgrandchildrenlearnedtoplaythere.

“It’sjustsuchagentlewaytointroducethemtothesaltwater,becausethewavesaresmall.It’snot deep.…Sotheydevelopedahealthy appreciationandconfidenceinthe water,”saidLoriWhitehaus.

“It’samazinghowmanypeople haveneverbeenherebefore,”said TomWhitehaus,callingthepreserve “sorelaxing,”whichiswhyhealso

servesonthemaintenanceteamto cleartrailsandrepairboardwalks, andprobablytohelpwiththenew buildings.

Someadviceforvisitors:Keep dogsonaleash(Delawarelaw).Pick updogwasteandtakeitbacktothe trashcan(don’tjustleaveitonthe trail).Pickuphorseshoecrabscarefully,bythesidesoftheirshell(and don’tcrushyourfingersinthehinge), nottheirdelicatetail-liketelson. Watchforticks.And,rememberthis isnotaresort.

“Thisisrawnature.…Weare sharingthiswithallthethingsthat liveherenaturally,”LoriWhitehaus said.“Enjoyitandlearnfromit.”

JamesFarmEcologicalPreserveis locatedat30048CedarNeckRoad, OceanView.Learnmoreaboutall projectsbytheDelawareCenterfor theInlandBaysatinlandbays.org.

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LIVING IN THE PAST

By Gary Larson & Amy Ensz

Servicedogawareness eventsscheduled fornextweek

BySusanCanfora StaffReporter

Twoeventstoraiseawarenessabout theimportanceofservicedogsare plannedthismonth,from3to5p.m. onFriday,June20,atRollinsCommunityCenterinLewes,andfrom5:30 to7p.m.,alsoonJune20,atthe WheelhouseRestaurantinLewes.

Botheventswill“focusonraising awarenessandfundsforveterans,firstrespondersandotherssufferingwith mentalhealthissuesandsuicide ideation,”CommunicationsDirector MaryLouiseEmbreysaid.

“Anybodyinterestedcancome.We wanttoexpandourreachinthe coastaltowns,sowearegoingtobein Lewesthisyear,butwewillhavepeoplefromBethanyBeach—quiteafew —and,hopefully,itwillbeasuccessfulevent,”Embreysaid,addingthat membersoftheBethanyBeachVolunteerFireCompanyandotherfirst-respondersareexpectedtoattend,and informationwillbeprovided.There willbespeakers,raffles,themedbasketsandrefreshments.(Formoreinformation,visitwww.SDSLHope.org, theServiceDogsSavingLiveswebsite.)

Oneservicedogcansavealife—a significantimpact,as263first-responderswerelostbecauseofsuicidein 2021,morethan7,000veteransdied fromsuicidein2021andmorethan 49,000liveswerelosttosuicidein 2022,accordingtothewebsite.

ServiceDogsSavingLiveswascreatedtosecurefundingtoprovidedogs toveteransandfirst-responderswho havehadthoughtsofsuicideandto “transformsuicidepreventionthrough caninecompanionsasavitallifeline forveterans,first-respondersandotherssufferingfrommentalhealthchallenges.”

Accordingtoinformationprovided byEmbrey,suicideisa“leadingcause ofdeathandanimportantpublic healthproblemintheUnitedStates,a tragedyforallinvolved—thepeople andtheirfamilies,friends,neighbors, colleaguesandcommunities.”

CenterforDiseaseControl&Prevention(CDC)statisticsstatethat morethan49,000liveswerelostto suicideintheUnitedStatesin2022, andsuicidewasthesecondleading causeofdeathamongthoseages10to 14and25to34.

Menaremorelikelytodiefrom suicidethanwomen.Fornon-Hispanicwhitemales,theratebetween 2014and2019was24.6per100,000 peopleinDelaware.InSussexCounty, therateofsuicideformenages25to 64isatahigherrate—17.8per 100,000people—thantheoverall staterateof16.5percent.

MSOannounces‘BoldVoices’season

TheMid-AtlanticSymphonyOrchestra(MSO)recentlyunveiledits 2025-2026season,“BoldVoices,EternalResonance,”ledbyMusicDirector MichaelRepper.

Withperformancesspanning MarylandandDelaware,theMSO continuesitscommitmenttodeliveringworld-classorchestralmusicto theDelmarvaregionthroughmasterworksconcerts,holidaytraditions,a celebratedconcertocompetitionand anexpandingchamberensembleseries.

“Thisseasoncelebratesboldmusicalvoices—somelongcelebrated, othersnewlyrediscovered—andthe timelessresonanceoftheirwork,”said Repper.“Eachprogramisdesignedto speakacrosserasandborders,and we’reexcitedtobringthismusicto ouraudienceswithbothpassionand purpose.”

TheseasonopensinSeptember withBartók’s“RomanianFolk Dances,”EmilieMayer’s“Symphony No.1”andBeethoven’s“Symphony No.7.”

InNovember,guestconductor GeorgeJackson,musicdirectorofthe AmarilloSymphony,willleadaprogramfeaturingBeethoven’s“Coriolan Overture,”Mozart’s“SymphonyNo.

39”andMendelssohn’s“Symphony No.1.”

TheMSO’sHolidayJoyconcerts returninDecemberwithsoloists KresleyFigueroa(soprano)and JonathanPatton(baritone),bringing festivecheertoaudiencesinWye Mills,Md.,LewesandOceanCity, Md.

TheNewYear’sEveGalaConcert onDec.31atChristChurchwillfeaturesopranoVivianaGoodwinanda joyful,celebratoryprogramtitled“A ToasttotheNewYear.”

InMarchof2026,theMSOwill presentthethreefinalistsoftheElizabethLokerInternationalConcerto Competition(ELICC )inperformancewiththewholeorchestraatTodd HallatChesapeakeCollege,continuingitstraditionofelevatingthenext generationofworld-classtalent.

April2026’sprogram,“Morning, Afternoon,Night,”willpresentamusicaljourneythroughtheday,with Haydn’s“SymphoniesNos.6,7and8,” pairedwithmodernworksincluding DobrinkaTabakova’s“Dawn,”Susan Day’s“AfternoonSoliloquy”and YukikoNishimura’s“Nightfall.”

TheseasonwillconcludeinMay withviolinistNoraChastainperformingMozart’s“ViolinConcertoNo.5”

andDvořák’s“Romance,”culminating inaperformanceofShostakovich’s “SymphonyNo.9.”

TheMSO’sEnsembleSeriescontinuestogrowwithfourprogramsto beperformedinEaston,Md.,RehobothBeach,and—newthisseason —OceanPines,Md.Theconcerts provideaudiencesamorepersonal, close-upmusicalexperience,showcasingtheartistryofMSOmusiciansin chambermusicsettings.

TheserieswillopenthisOctober withapianoquartetfeaturingpianist MichaelMcHale(Oct.10-12).HolidayBrassfollowsinDecember(Dec. 19-21),“fillingintimatevenueswith thewarmthandpowerofbrassholidayfavorites.”

InFebruary2026,theWoodwinds &Stringsprogram(Feb.6-8,2026) willfeatureProkofiev’s“QuintetinG Minor,”highlightinguniquetonalcolorsandtextures.TheserieswillconcludeinMaywithaninventiveFlute, Violin&JazzTrioprogram(May1517),anchoredbyClaudeBolling’s “SuiteforFluteandJazzPianoTrio.”

Seasonsubscriptionsandindividual concertticketsarenowonsale.To viewthefullschedule,exploreconcert programsandpurchasetickets,visit www.midatlanticsymphony.org.

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June12-14

BookSale— SalemChurchisholdingafourdaybooksale.Thehourswillbe10a.m.to8 p.m.onJune12;10a.m.to5p.m.onJune 13;and,9a.m.to2p.m.onJune14.

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SummerBibleStudy— Salemchurchwill beholdingaweeklySummerBibleStudyat 10a.m.TheywillbestudyingMaxLucado’sLifeLessonsfromJames.Participantsmaypurchasetheirownbook.

FreeWrite— TheRehobothBeachWriters Guild(RBWG)hostsaweeklytwo-hour FreeWritesessionattheSouthCoast alLibraryat10:30a.m.Participantsage18plusofALLskilllevelswillpractice creativewritinginafriendlyandnurturing atmosphere.(Inpersonparticipationonly.) Free,registeratsouthcoastal.lib.de.usor bycalling302-858-5518.Walk-insacceptedifspaceallows.Hostedbythe SouthCoastalLibrary,43KentAvenue, BethanyBeach,DE19930

CookingbytheBook— Eachmonth,participantsinthiscookbookclubwillchoose arecipefromthesamecookbookan dthen

makeandbringinthedishtosharewith thegroup.HeldatSouthCoastalLibraryat 1p.m.Participantsareencouragedtodiscusscooking,recipes(andhowtoimprove them,)aswellasthebookitself.This month,wewillbesharingfoodsfromMy GreekTablebyDianeKochilas,whichis availableforcheckout(whilesupplieslast,) oryoumaylookatacopyinthelibrary. Participantsareencouragedtobringtheir ownTupperwaretotakehomeleftovers. Free,forages18-pl us.Registerat www.southcoastal.lib.de.usorbycalling 302-858-5518.Walk-insacceptedifspace allows.HostedbytheSouthCoastalLibrary,43KentAvenue,BethanyBeach,DE 19930

TracingYourHeritage— Lookingtotrace yourroots?Notsurehowtogetstarted? RegisterforSouthCoastalLibrary’sfree 90-minutebeginner’sgenealogyworkshop at2p.m.NancyN,willwalkyouthrough gettingstartedwithancestryinasmall groupsetting.Participantscanexpectpersonalizedgenealogyassistanceandshould bringatleast3surnamestoresearch.Feel freetobringyourownlaptop/tablet,oruse theonesprovided.Searchingwillinclude onlyU.S.databases.Registrationislimited

andrequired,andopensat2p.m.onMay 30atwww.southcoastal.lib.de.usorby calling302-858-5518.Hostedbythe SouthCoastalLibrary,43KentAvenue, BethanyBeach,DE19930

BabyBees— JoinFrankfordPublicLibrary onThursdaysat11a.m.foraBabyBe es StoryTimeforchildren,ages0to3.Stories,songs,andinteractiveplaypromote earlyliteracyandengagementwithother childreninarelaxedsettinginthechildren'sroom.Registrationisnotrequired. Questions,pleasecallus:302-732-9351. We'reonFb@FrankfordPublicLibraryand Instagram@frankfordlibrary. Let’sPlayGames:ForAdults— Join FrankfordPublicLibraryonThursdaysat1 p.m.toplaygamessuchasdominoes, Scrabbleandcards.Call302-732 -9351or visitusonlineatfrankford.lib.de.us.Find usonFB@FrankfordPublicLibraryandInstagram@frankfordlibrary.

VideoGameNight— Comehangoutand playsomevideogamesatFrankfordPublic Libraryat5p.m.We'vegotPS5,Nintendo Switch,andRetroConsoles.Ages12and up.Parentsarewelcometoplayaswell! RegistrationRequired.Call302-7329351 orvisitusonlineatfrankford.lib.de.us.

FindusonFB@FrankfordPublicLibraryand Instagram@frankfordli brary.

June13

Concert:SingersofNote— JointheSouth CoastalLibraryat3p.m.forafreeandfun concertwithTheSingersofNote,theSATB chorusgroupoftheSouthCoastalDE AARPChapter.Theywillbeperforminga varietyofshowtunes,songsaboutmusical performance,spiritualsandaselectionof othermusicincludingawhimsicalnumber calledColdandFugueSeason.Free,registrationisappreciatedandavailableat www.southcoastal.lib.de.usorbycalling 302-85 8-5518.Walk-insacceptedifspace allows.HostedbytheSouthCoastalLibrary,43KentAvenue,BethanyBeach,DE 19930

SummerReadingKick-OffParty— Join FrankfordPublicLibraryat5p.m.fortheir summerreadingkick-offpartyinthelibrary!Therewillbedoorprizes,food, games,andregistrationforsummerreading,sobringyourwholefamily.Call302732-9351orvisitusonlineat SeeCALENDARpage42

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Clubs/Organizations

MarinesMeet— TheFirstStateDetachmentoftheMarineCorpsLeaguemeets onthefourthWednesdayofeachmonth attheDagsboroAmericanLegionPost24. AnyMarinesandNavyCorpsmenwho haveservedintheCorps,andlivingin SussexCounty,arewelcometojointo meettheirfellowveteransandconsider joiningtheorganization.Theirmissionis communityservicethroughcamaraderie andvolunteerism.Formoreinformation, call(571)332-8263.

Comm unityClub— TheSelbyvilleCommunityClubiswelcomingnewmembers,and meetsonthesecondThursdayofeach monthatSalemMethodistChurchat1 p.m.,withasocialhourfromnoonto1 p.m.Formoreinformation,visitselbyvillecommunityclub.orgoremailselbyvillewomensclub@gmail.com.

IntheGenes— SponsoredbytheLewes HistoricalSocietyandtheSussexCounty GenealogicalSociety,theGenealogistin ResidenceprogramisonthefirstSaturday ofeachmonthfrom 10a.m.to2p.m.in theReadingRoomattheLewesHistory Museum.MembersoftheSocietywillbe availabletohelpanyonewhohasquestions abouttheirfamilytree.TheLewesHistorical SocietyArchivesFamilyFileswillbeavailableforresearch.Formoreinformation, visitthematscgsdelaware.orgorhistoriclewes.org.

VIPMeets— VIPisasocialgroupforvisually-impairedpersons,andmeetsthefirst andthirdWednesdayofeachmonthatthe MastersoncenteratSt.An nChurchfrom1 to3p.m.Newmembersarewelcome.For moreinformation,call/text/leaveamessage at(240)315-4361.

Women’sCivicClub— TheWomen’sCivic ClubofBethanyBeachmeetsonthesecondThursdayofthemonthatCripplecreek CountryClubat10a.m.Theorganization hasexpandedthroughoutSussexCounty, andhasbeenservingthecommunitysince itsfoundingin1925.TheClubisanonprofitorganization,formedinfriendshipand dedicatedtocivicandcharitable purposes andtheeducationofitsmembers.Formore information,orifyouareinterestedinattending,sendanemailto patishelen@msn.com.

LordBaltimoreLionsClub— TheLord BaltimoreLionsClubmeetsthefirstand thirdWednesdayofeachmonthatBigFish Grill.ThisisaserviceorganizationthatperformsprojectsintheSussexcountyarea. Formoreinformation,visitthemonFacebook,atLordbaltimorelionsclub.orgorby phoneat(301)543-0329.

RotaryMeets— So uthernSussexRotary meetsweeklyatDoyle’sRestaurantinSelbyvilleeveryThursdayat8a.m.Formore information,callBrendanCrottyat(302) 858-3234orvisit SouthernSussexRotary.org.

LordBaltimoreWomen’sClub— Organizedin1934,LordBaltimoreWomen’sClub (LBWC)iscelebratingits90thanniversary ofservicetoSussexCounty.LBWCisa non-profitorganizationwhichmeetsthe thirdMondayofeverymonth(September throughJune)at11a.m.atCrippleCreek Golf&CountryClubnearDagsboro.Dedicatedtohelpingthelocalcommunity, LBWCraisesfundsforeducationprojectsin

localschools,scholarshipsforhighschool students,veteran’sprogramsandother charitableorganizations.Italsoprovides socialopportunitiestofosterfriendship,camaraderieandindividualenrichment amongitsmembers.Tolearnmoreabout LBWC,visitLbwclub.com.

BonsaiClub— TheSouthCoastalBonsai ClubmeetsthefirstWednesdayof each monthfrom10a.m.tonoonatInlandBays GardenCenter.

WritersGuild— TheRehobothBeachWritersGuildsponsorsaweeklytwo-hour FreeWritesessionintheconferenceroom attheMillvilleTownHallfrom9to11a.m. Participants,18andolder,ofallskilllevels canpracticecreativewritinginafriendly andnurturingatmosphere.Attendanceis free.Formoreinformation,emailLynn Masseyatbookmom42@yahoo.com.

LegionAuxiliary— AmericanLegionPost 24Auxili aryinDagsboroholdsitsregular

monthlymeetingat5:30p.m.onthefirst Tuesdayofeverymonth.Areyounewtothe areaandwanttotransfertojointheAuxiliaryasanewmember,orlookingtoget moreinformation?Stopbythemeeting, speakwiththebartenderandshewillfind anofficertotakecareofyou.

Women’sClubofIndianRiver— The Women’sClubofIndianRiver(WCIR)isa non-profitdedicatedtoservingthecommunitiesinandaroundtheIndianRiver,as wellasstatea ndnationalorganizations. TheymeetthesecondMondayofeach month(fromSeptemberthroughJune)at theIndianRiverYachtClubat10a.m.To learnmore,contactLynnat lthomp018@gmail.com.

SaltwaterFlyAnglersofDelaware— Fly fishermenandwomenofallagesandskill levelsareinvitedtoattendtheclub’smeetingsonthesecondWednesdayofthe month(FebruarythroughDecember)atthe

RollingMeadowsClubhouseinLewesat7 p.m.Formoreinformation,anddirections , visitsfaod.com.

IrishMenMeet— IfyouareIrishbybirthor descent,considerjoiningTheAncientOrder oftheHibernians.Theyarewelcomingnew members,andmeetonthesecondThursdayofeachmonthatSt.EdmondsHallin RehobothBeachat6p.m.Formoreinformation,visitaoh.com,callortext(516) 770-1822oremailpcurran43@aol.com.

Drop-Ins

WethePeople— "WethePeople"isaneffortputtogetherbyBillMurphytocelebrate patriotismandcelebratetheflag,bymeetingattheBethanyBeachbandstandevery Wednesdayat8:30a.m.tosupportthemilitary,lawenforcementandfirefighterswho

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serveandprotect.Allarewelcome.

AdultTime— AdultscanstopintheSouth CoastalLibraryanytimethey’reopento workonjigsawpuzzles,playcheckersor color.Thisisfree,andallmaterialsareprovided.

BookDonations— SouthCoastalLibrary onlyacceptsbookdonationsfrom2to4 p.m.onTuesdays.Thereisalistontheir website,southcoastal.lib.de.us,ofwhat theydoordon’taccept.

TeleserviceNavigators— TheGeorgetown PublicLibraryhostsTeleserviceNavi gators everyMondayfrom10a.m.to3p.m.and everyTuesdayfrom10a.m.to2p.m.Get helpwithvirtualresources,suchastelehealthappointments,appointmentswith lawyersandsocialserviceappointments usingthenewTelehealthKiosk.ANavigator willbeatthelibrarytohelpsetupvirtual appointments.Formoreinformation,call (302)856-7958,emailgeorgetown.library@lib.de.usorvisitthelibraryat123W PineSt.,Georgetown.

LaEsperanzaintheLibrary/Bi blioteca— TheGeorgetownPublicLibraryhostsLaEsperanzaintheLibrary/Bibliotecaevery Wednesdayfrom3:30to6p.m.Déjenos ayudarlea:completarsuspapeles,interpretarsuscartas,inscribirseenlaescuela, renovarsusdocumentos,crearunavida major,ymuchomás.LaEsperanza: (302)854-9262.

PawsforPeopleReadingTime— The GeorgetownPublicLibraryhostsPawsfor PeopleonthefirstandthirdThursdaysof everymonthfrom4to5p.m.Readaloudto afurry,f riendlytherapycompaniontohelp inspirealoveofreading.OfferedbyPaws forPeople.Readersofallagesandstages arewelcome.

ElementaryHomeschoolersProgram— TheGeorgetownPublicLibraryhostsits HomeschoolProgramonthethirdTuesday ofeverymonthat1p.m.Everymonth,they offeradifferentactivityforelementaryschool-agedchildren.

SocratesCafé— SocratesCaféisagroup ofindividualsfromdifferentbackgrounds thatdiscussphilosophicalideas. Meetings arethefirstTuesdayofeachmonth,from2

to3:30p.m.attheBethanyBeachChristianChurch.Everyoneiswelcome.For moreinformation,callBonnieat537-9440, orsendanemailto bonniejd.rae@gmail.com.

FlipFive— AmericanLegionPost24in DagsboroishostingFlipFivegameson Wednesdaynightsfrom6-8p.m.Members, guestsandthegeneralpublicareallinvited toplay.Justsignthebookandwrite“Flip Five”nexttoyourname.

WingNight— AmericanLegionPos t24in DagsboroishostingWingNightevery Thursdayat6:30p.m.Members,guests andthegeneralpublicareallinvited.

SeafoodNight— AmericanLegionPost24 inDagsboroishostingSeafoodNightevery Fridayfrom4:30to7:30p.m.Karaokefollowsfrom7to11p.m.Members,guests andthegeneralpublicareallinvited.

DinnerNight— AmericanLegionPost24in DagsboroishostingdinnereverySaturday from4:30to7:30p.m.DJ/Karaokewill performfrom7to11p.m.Members, g uestsandthegeneralpublicareallinvited.

CommunityLuncheon— TheMariners Bethel’sHopeCenterishostinglunchevery Tuesdayfrom11:30a.m.to1p.m.They serveachoiceofhomemadesoups,fresh sandwichesandhomemadedesserts. Carry-outisalsoavailable.

GriefShare— MarinersBethelGlobal MethodistChurchoffersafreeGriefShare supportgroupeverySundayfrom1to3 p.m.atthechurch.Therewillbevaluable guidanceandtipsondealingwiththeloss ofaloved one.Formoreinformation,call 539-9510.

ThriftShopOpen— TheBethelThriftShop willbeopenonWednesdaysandSaturdays, weatherpermitting,from10a.m.to2p.m. Theyhavealargeselectionofgifts,holiday items,clothing,householdwares,toys, books,jewelryandmoretobenefitthe church’sprojects.Donationsofitemsare acceptedeachdaytheyareopen.TheThrift Shopislocatedat111HazzardStreetin Dagsboro.Formoreinformation,call(302) 519-2984.

VFWC hickenShack— TheVFWChicken ShackoperateseverySaturdayfromMay 17throughAug.30,rainorshine,from7

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Atotalof1,741students,including SamanthaDerickson,havebeennamed totheDean’sListatEastStroudsburg UniversityfortheSpring2025semester ofthe2024-2025academicyear,asannouncedbyMargaretBall,theuniversity’sprovostandvicepresidentfor academicaffairs.Dericksonisabusiness managementmajorfromFrankford. StudentseligiblefortheDean’sList musthaveachieveda3.50gradepoint average(GPA)orhigherandbeenrolled full-time.Forreference,thegrade“B” equatesto3qualitypointspercredit, whilean“A”earns4qualitypointsper credit.

Ballexpressedherprideinthe achievement,saying,“Itisquiterewardingtoseesomanystudentsonthelist thissemester.Congratulationstoeachof themontheirdedicationandfinework.”

EastStroudsburgUniversity,amemberofthePennsylvaniaStateSystemof HigherEducation,openedin1893as EastStroudsburgNormalSchool.Today, ESUisacomprehensiveuniversityin northeasternPennsylvaniaoffering49 undergraduateprograms,20master’s programsandtwodoctoralprograms. Morethan5,000studentsareenrolled. Nearly31,000ESUalumniliveinPennsylvania.

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a.m.untilthefoodisgone.Itislocatedon Route1South,onthesouthsideoftheNationalGuardTrainingSiteinBethanyBeach. Thecostisstillonly$10,andincludesa halfbarbecuedchickenandabagofchips. Assorteddrinksandwaterareavailablefor $1each.AllproceedsbenefittheVFW,veteransandveteranservices,aswellasour generalcommunity.

Politics

DemsMeet— The41stDemocratRDmeets thethirdThursdayofeverymonthatPizza KingRestaurantinMillsboroat6p.m.This isopentoanyDemocrats.Formoreinformation,callTomBrettat(443)257-2061.

ShoreDems— TheShoreDemocrats meetsattheDenatBearTrapDunes clubhousefrom11a.m.to1:30p.m.on thethirdWednesdayofthemonth.Thisis asocialorganizationthateducates,informsandcreatescamaraderieamong theirmembersthroughmonthlylunch

meetingsthatfeatureengagingspeakers. Formoreinformation,visitshoredemocrats.com.

RepublicansMeet— The38t hDistrictRepublicanClubmeetsthefourthMondayof themonth.Socialhoursbeginat6p.m., andthemeetingstartspromptlyat6:30 p.m.Informationontheclubandmeetings canbefoundat38thdrcp.com,orthrough emailatinfo@38thdrcp.com.

DemocratsMeet— The38thRepresentativeDistrictDemocraticCommitteemeets thefirstWednesdayofeverymonthat5 p.m.Formoreinformation,updateson speakersandmeetinglocations,visit deldems38.orgoremailingthemat Deldems38@gmail.com.

SussexRepublicansMeet— TheSussex CountyRepublicanCommitteemeetsthe secondMondayofeverymonthatthe Millsborofirehall.Meetingsstartpromptly at6:30p.m.andallarewelcome.Informationonmonthlyguestspeakers,legislative updatesandmeetingupdatescanbefound atsussex.gop

Fitness/Health/Dance

TuningUptheTemple— MarinersBethel GMChosts“TuningUptheTemple”exercise/fitnessclassesonMondays, WednesdaysandFri days,from8:30to 9:45a.m.atTheHopeCenter.The classesaresession-based,notdrop-in, socontactCarolLynchat(302)7458237orcklynch03@gmail.comformore detailsonthesefreeclasses. YogaClasses— MarinersBethelGMC hostsyogaclassesat5p.m.onWednesdaysintheArmorRoom,upstairsinthe churchbuilding,withHeatherMurphy. YogaisalsoofferedonSaturdayat9:30 a.m.withMicoleLinehan.Thedrop-infee foryogais$7.Classesareopentothe communitya ndallarewelcome.

ZumbaClass— MarinersBethelChurchis holdingazumbaexerciseclassintheHope CentergymeveryMonday,Wednesdayand Fridayat10a.m.Thereisa$8drop-infee. Noregistrationisnecessary,andallare welcome.Formoreinformation,sendan emailtozumbabyjo@gmail.com.

MultipleMyelomaSupport— The

DelawareMultipleMyelomaSupportGroup meetsthethirdSaturdayofeverymonthvia Zoomfrom1to3p.m.Formoreinformation,contactSueIwahashiat myelomaemailsue@gmail.com.

LineDancing— CapeHenlopenSeniorCenterishostingline-dancingclassesonMondays.Beginnersclassestakeplaceat10 a.m.,andImproversareat11a.m.For moreinformation,call(302)227-2055. Al-Anon Al-Anonisasupportgroupforthe familiesandfriendsofalcoholics.Meetings areheldeveryTuesday,from7to8:30p.m., atOceanViewPresbyterianChurch.Formore information,visitovpc.org.

ArgentineTango— TheLewesSenior Activity Center ishostingArgentineTangoDancingon Tuesdays,from7to9p.m.Adultsofallages arewelcome,andnoexperienceorpartneris required.Thereisa$5fee,butthefirstvisitis free.Enterthroughthebackdoorofthefacility.Formoreinformation,visitthegrouponlineatTangoByTheBeach.com.

GeorgetownWalkers— TheGeorgetown PublicLibraryhostGPLWalkerseveryMondayat9a.m.ThewalkingclubgoestoSandhillFieldsfora30-to40-minutewalk, weatherpermitting.Thetrailbeginsatthe Murray’sLaneParkinglot,109-199Murrays Lane.Formoreinformation,call(302)8567958,emailgeorgetown.library@lib.de.usor visitthelibraryat123WPineSt.,Georgetown.

Tai-ChiClasses— BethelMethodistChurchis hostingfreeTai-ChiclassesonTuesdaysand Thursdaysfrom10to11a.m.Thisisopento thepublic,andallarewelcome.Organizers decribedtheclassesas“easy,”andcasualattireissuggested.Formoreinformation,call (302) 519-2984.

StrokeSupport— Astrokesupportgroup meetsatPAMHealthRehabilitationHospital ofGeorgetownonthesecondTuesdayof everymonthat2p.m.Theclasswillconsist oflinkingintotheJeffersonHealthStroke supportGroupandalsohavein-personsupport.Reservationsarerecommended,but walk-insarewelcome.Formoreinformation, call(302)440-4866.

Alzheimer’sCaregiversMeeting— AmeetingforAlzheimer’scaregiversisheldthefirst and thirdThursdaysofeverymonthatthe OceanViewCHEERCenterat1p.m.The meetingslastforuptotwohours.

Pickleball— TheHopeCenteratMariners BethelishostingpickleballeveryMonday, WednesdayandFridayfrom11:30a.m.to 2:30p.m.

Al-AnonFamilyGroups— Al-Anonisasupportgroupforfamilyandfriendsofalcoholics. Thegroupsaysyouneverhavetobealone again.Al-AnonFamilyGroupsmeetatOcean ViewPresbyterianChurcheveryTuesdayfrom 7to8 p.m.

Yoga Sessions— St.Martha’sEpiscopal ChurchishostingYogaonMondaysat9:30 a.m.

BiliardsatIRSeniorCenter— TheIndian RiverSeniorCenterhostsabilliards8-Ball LeagueonMondaysandTuesdaysat8:30 a.m.,anditsbilliardsScotsDoublesLeague onThursdaysat9a.m.forseniorcenter members.

Tai-ChiatIRSeniorCenter— TheIndian RiverSeniorCenterhostsTaiChiat10a.m. onMondaysforseniorcentermembers. SeniorStrength&BalanceatIRSC— The IndianRiverSeniorCenterhostsSenior Strength &BalanceonMondaysat1:30p.m. andFridaysat10a.m.forseniorcenter members.

LaBlastFitnessatIRSC— TheIndianRiver SeniorCenterhostsLaBlastFitnessonMondaysat2:15p.m.forseniorcentermembers.

YogaatIRSC— TheIndianRiverSeniorCenter hostsyogaat9a.m.onTuesdaysandThursdaysforseniorcentermembers.

ZumbaatIRSeniorCenter— TheIndian RiverSeniorCenterhostsZumbaat11a.m. onFridaysforseniorcentermembers.

Hobby/Craft

NeedlepointGuild— Delaware’s SeashoreChapterofTheAmerican NeedlepointGuildmeetsonthefirst Mondayofthemonthfrom10a.m.to2 p.m.attheGeorgetownPublicLibrary. Bringingaboxlunchisencouraged.New membersarealwayswelcome.Fordetails,sendanemailtothechapterat delawaresseashorechapter@needlepoint.or g.

CoffeeandCarsCruiseIn— St. George’sUnitedMethodistChurchand theGhostRydersCarClubarehostinga cruise-inatthechurchthesecondand fourthFridayofeachmonth.ThisoperatesfromAprilthroughOctober.There willbecoffee,d onutsandfellowship.For moreinformation,callMikeStramellaat (410)419-1843.

RadioOperators— AnyHamradiooperator,orpeoplewantingtomeetandgreet others,cangettogetherattheMillsboro PizzaKingonThursdaysat8:30a.m.The ARRLSectionManagerusuallyattends. Formoreinformation,contactJack Magaratk8uyc80@gmail.com.

PenPalProgram— ThankstoapartnershipbetweenSouthCoastalLibrary,Kent CountyLibraryandWellingtonCityLibraries,y oucannowcommunicateby letterwithaNewZealander.Thisisafun waytolearnaboutanothercountryand makeanewfriend.Allinternational postageishandled,andyoucanbringin andpickupyourlettersatthelibrary.For moreinformationandregistration,visit themat delawarelibraries.libcal.com/event/11366 626orcall(302)858-5518.

Bookdiscussion— TheGeorgetownPublicLibraryhostsitsWednesdayMorning BookDiscussiononthefourthWednesdayofevery monthat10:15a.m.InNovemberandDecember,however,theywill meetonthethirdWednesday.Booksare availableforpickupeachmonthatthelibrary.

Music

MusicJam— St.MatthewsBytheSea UnitedMethodistChurchishostinga MusicJamonthefirstandthirdFridays ofthemonthat4p.m.Alllevelsarewelcome.

Women’sACapellaChorus— Achapter ofSweetAdelinesInternationalInc.holds rehearsalseveryMondayeveningfrom6 to8p.m.intheOceanPines(Md.)Community Center.Theyarelookingforladies wholovetosing.Memberscomefrom MarylandandDelaware.Formoreinformation,callMaryat(410)629-9383, findthemonsocialmediaorvisitdelmarvachorus.org.

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Museums/Displays

RailroadMuseum— TheDelawareSeaside RailroadClubhouseisaninteractivemuseumofmodelrailroading,andislocated at36668DuPontBoulevard,inSelbyville.

booksale!Findgreatbooksforgreat prices!Previousbestsellers,cookbooks, beachreads,children'smaterials&more! SponsoredbytheFriendsoftheSouth CoastalLibrary.Helpsupportyourlocallibrary!SouthCoastalLibrary,43KentAvenue,BethanyBeach,DE19930

www.southc oastal.lib.de.us LEGOClub— Letyourchild'simagination runwildatLEGOClub,atSouthCoastalLibraryat11a.m.Ateachprogram,we'll focusonanewtheme,andLEGOsarepro-

TheyareopentothepubliceveryWednesdayfrom5to7p.m.,andeverySaturday, from10a.m.to3p.m.Admissionisfree. Formoreinformation,visitthemonlineat delawareseasiderailroadclub.com.

Dinker-IrvinMuseum— TheBethany BeachMuseumatDinker-IrvinCottageis opentothepubli cMonday,Wednesdayand Friday,from10a.m.tonoonduringsum-

vided.Free,forages6-11years.Registrationisrequiredandavailableat https://southcoastal.lib.de.usorbycalling 302-858-5518.Walk-insacceptedifspace allows.HostedbytheSouthCoastalLibrary,43KentAvenue,BethanyBeach,DE 19930

STEMKits— Familiesareinvitedtostopin to FrankfordPublicLibrarytopickupa freeSTEMkitfromEngineerEarlywith completeactivities,materials,andinstructions.Workwithustoassembleandhave

mer.Privatetoursareavailablebyappointment.Interestedgroupsof10-15maycall (302)539-8725.Admissiontothemuseum isfree,andparkingisavailableinfrontof themuseum.Themuseumisnothandicapaccessible.Formoreinformation,visitonlineattownofbethanybeach.com,andclick under“Residents/History/TownMuseum.” SelbyvilleMuseum— TheSelbyvilleMu-

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funortakeyourkithome.Recommended forages6-12.Call302-732-9351orvisit usonlineatfrankford.lib.de.us.Finduson FB@FrankfordPublicLibraryandInstagram @frankfordlibrary. BarbecueFundraiser— BetaSigmaPhi PreceptorOmegaChapterandDoricLodge #30A.F.&A.M.willholdabarbecue fundraiser at35476AtlanticAve.inMil-

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seumisopenfrom10a.m.to2p.m .onthe thirdsaturdayofeachmonththroughOctober.VariousrailroadandTownartifactsdatingbacktotheearliestagriculturaldaysof thetownareondisplay,alongwithpolice memorabiliathroughthelate20thCentury. Themuseumislocatedat6RailroadAvenue.Admissionisfree.Formoreinformation,visitthemonlineat selbyville.delaware.gov.

HistoricVillage— TheHistoricVillagein OceanViewisopenonWednesdays throughAug.27from10a.m.to1p.m.or byappointmentat(302)593-8814.

NanticokeIndianMuseum— TheNanticokeIndianMuseumistheonlyNative AmericanmuseuminDelaware,andis listedintheNationalRegisterofHistoric Places,alongwithbeingpartofthe DelawareHistoryTrail.Themuseumis open10a.m.to4p.m.TuesdaystoSaturdays.Admissionis$5perperson.Formore information,visitnanticokeindians.org/locations/nanticokeindian-museum.

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CommunityBibleStudy— GraceUnited MethodistChurchinMillsboroishosting aBibleStudythisfallonWednesday mornings,startingonSept.6,from10 a.m.tonoon.Formoreinformation,and toregister,visit sussexcounty.cbsclass.org.

CommunityBibleStudy— Community BibleStudy,focusingontheBookof Matthew,willmeeteveryThursdayat MarinersBethelintheFellowshipHall from6:30to8:30p.m.Toregister,go onlinetobethanybeacheve.cbsclass.org. MenofFaith— SalemChurchinSelbyvillehostsM enofChristMealsonthe thirdWednesdayofeachmonthfrom5to 7p.m.TherewillbeanItalian-styledinner,drinksanddesserts.Thisisfree,and bothdine-inandcarry-outareavailable. BibleStudy— SalemChurchinSelbyville ishostingBiblestudyeveryThursdayat 10a.m.

lville,startingat11a.m.Foracostof$15, yougetabarbecuechickenplatter, coleslaw,bakedbeans,rollandadrink. Dessertswillbeavailable.Proceedswill supportlocalcharities.

June16

StorytimeonParsonsFarm— JoinFrankfordPublicLibraryat11a.m.forstorytelling,songs,andcraftsatParsonsFarm FreshCafe.ThisStorytimeisopentoall ages.Anycancellationswillbepostedon theFrankfordPublicLibrary'sFacebook page.NoRegistrationisrequire d.Call 302-732-9351orvisitusonlineatfrankford.lib.de.us.FindusonFacebook @FrankfordPublicLibraryandInstagram @frankfordlibrary.

HooksandNeedles— JoinFrankfordPublicLibraryonMondaysat1p.m.forafun afternoonofknittingandcrocheting.All levelsarewelcome.Call302-732-9351or visitusonlineatfrankford.lib.de.us.Find usonFB@FrankfordPublicLibraryandInstagram@frankfordlibrary.

GentleYogaFlow— JoinSarahSchaber, RYT-500 certifiedyogainstructor,fora free,one-hourGentleFlowYogaclassat SouthCoastalLibraryat10:15a.m.Ideal forbeginners,seniors,andanyonelooking foraslowerflowpractice.Wewilllearn breathingtechniques,postures,andexercisestopromoteflexibilityandstrength, balance,andrelaxation.Pleasebringa yogamatortowelfromhome.Theinstructoralsorecommends4-inch-deepfoam

yogablocks.Ifyouareunabletogetonto theflooreasily,donotworr y,wewillprovidechairs.Thereareoptionsforall!Registrationopensat12p.m.onJune9andis availableathttps://southcoastal.lib.de.us orbycalling302-858-5518.(Onlineregistrationrecommended!)Walk-insaccepted ifspaceallows.HostedbytheSouth CoastalLibrary,43KentAvenue,Bethany Beach,DE19930

SCLTravelClub— Doyoulovetotravel? Areyouexcitedaboutsharingyourvacationexperienceswithothers?Wanttofind outnewtravelingtipsandt ricks?Join SouthCoastalLibraryat2p.m.fora monthlytravelclubmeetingwherewediscussallthingstravelonthefirstThursday ofthemonth.Eachmonthwewilldiscuss adifferenttopicandsometimeswewill haveguestspeakers!Thismonth,willbe anopendiscussionofpasttrips,current plansandfuturebucket-listdestinations. Free,forages18-plus.Lightsnacksprovided.Registrationisencouragedand availableathttps://southcoastal.lib.de.us orbyca lling302-858-5518.Walk-insacceptedifspaceallows.Hostedbythe SouthCoastalLibrary,43KentAvenue, BethanyBeach,DE19930

SummerReadingKickoff— Kickoffyour summerwithSouthCoastalLibraryatthe BethanyBeachBandstandat7p.m.!Enjoy anexcitingjugglingperformancebyCascadingCarlos,followedbyascreeningof DogMan!FindoutwhatFREEthingsthelibraryhastoofferandsignuptoforour SummerReadingChallenge!It’stheperfecteveningforfre efamilyfun—don’t missout!HostedbytheSouthCoastalLi-

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brary,43KentAvenue,BethanyBeach,DE 19930

June17

RyantheBugman— JoinFrankfordPublic Libraryandthe“BugMan”at10a.m.for anexcitingSummerReadingProgram!Celebratethe2025SummerReadingTheme —Colors—whilediscoveringthefascinatingworldofinsects.Thisfunandeducationalprogramfeaturesbasic entomology,amazinginsectdefensemechanisms,andbestofall,achancetosafely petandholdlive,harmlessbugs!Registrationisrequired.Youca nsignuponlineby visitingusatfrankford.lib.de.us.orCall 302-732-9351.PleasefindusonFacebook@FrankfordPublicLibraryandInstagram@frankfordlibrary.

Let’sTalkGardening— Doyoulovegardeningandwanttomeetothersinyour communitywholovegardeningtoo?Want tolearnmoreaboutnativeplants?Gardeninginsandyconditions?JoinFrankford PublicLibrary’sinformalgroupofgardenersor"wannabe"gardenersat10:30a.m. todiscussgardeningpr ojects,planting tips,newgrowingconditions,etc.Weshare gardeningresourcessuchasinfoabout localnurseries,tipsandresourcesforvegetableandflowergardening.Wemeeton the1stand3rdTuesdayat10:30am.For moreinformationvisitfrankford.lib.de.us. orcall302-732-9351.FindusonFB @FrankfordPublicLibraryandInstagram @frankfordlibrary.

SummerConcertSeries— DustinShowers willperformclassicandacousticrockat HoltsLandingStateParkf rom6to8p.m. iPad&AppleUsersGroup— iPad,iPhone andotherAppledeviceusersofallskill levelsarewelcometoattendthissupport groupatSouthCoastalLibraryat11a.m.. Usersmeettodiscussnewfeatures,share tips,andaskquestions.Attendinpersonor viaZoom.Registrationisrequiredand availableathttps://southcoastal.lib.de.us orbyphoneat302-858-5518.Hostedby theSouthCoastalLibrary,BethanyBeach, DE.

StepBackinTimeBookClub— Lovehistoric alfiction?Thisbookclubisforyou! WewillmeetatSouthCoastalLibraryat2 p.m.onaselectTuesdaymostmonthsto discussadifferenthistoricalfictionbook. ThismonthwewilldiscussTheLion WomenofTehranbyMarjanKamali.Light snacksprovided.Registrationisappreciatedandavailableatsouthcoastal.lib.de.us orbycalling302-858-5518.Hostedbythe SouthCoastalLibrary,43KentAvenue, BethanyBeach,DE19930

June18

Women’sSummerBibleStudy— There willbeaNoHomeworkWomen’sSummer BibleStudybyChristianTateon2ndStreet andthebeachinBethanyBeachevery WednesdaythroughJuly30from8:30to 9:45a.m.Registrationisadvisedsoyou canbecontactedifcancelleddueto weather.Allwomenarewelcome.Toregister,calltheofficeatMarinersBethel Churchat(302)539-9510orvisit marinersbethelchurchcenter.com. WednesdayArtWonders— JoinFrankford

PublicLibraryat11a.m.forafun,freeart adventure!Chil drenages3–12willexplore creativewaystopaint—nobrushes needed!Eachchildwillgettotakehome theirownuniquemasterpiece.Registration isrequired.Youcansignuponlinebyvisitingusatfrankford.lib.de.us.orCall302732-9351.PleasefindusonFacebook @FrankfordPublicLibraryandInstagram @frankfordlibrary.

MahjongOpenPlay— FrankfordPublicLibrary’sMahjonggroupplaysWednesdays at1p.mforcasualplay.Registrationisnot required,butpr iorplayingexperienceis preferred.Call302-732-9351orvisitus onlineatfrankford.lib.de.us.FindusonFB @FrankfordPublicLibraryandInstagram @frankfordlibrary.

SpeakerSeries:NavajoCodeTalkers— JoinFrankfordPublicLibraryat5p.m.for acompellingpresentationbyU.S.Navy veteranandNativeAmericanMaryKendall, asshesharestheextraordinarystoryof theNavajoCodeTalkersofWorldWarII. CodeTalkerswereNavajotribalmembers whowererecruit edintotheMarineCorps duringthewarbecauseenemycombatants wouldnotbeableto“crack”thelanguage theywerespeaking.Throughpowerfulstorytelling,Ms.Kendallwillshedlighton theircourage,legacy,andtheuniquerole thatlanguageplayedinshapinghistory. Call302-732-9351orvisitusonlineat frankford.lib.de.us.FindusonFB@FrankfordPublicLibraryandInstagram@frankfordlibrary.

StoryTimewithGoats— JoinSouth CoastalLibraryat10:30a.m .foramagical StoryTimeatDonna'sGoatFarm—perfectforlittleonesages5andunder!Cuddleupwithourgentlegoats,makenew

farmfriends,andenjoystoriesthatspark imagination.MeetatDonna'sGoatFarm: 35717FarmHouseLane,Frankford,DE. Registrationisrequiredandavailableat https://southcoastal.lib.de.usorbyphone at302-858-5518sowecannotifyyouof changesduetoinclementweather.SponsoredbytheSouthCoastalLibraryin BethanyBeach,DE.

H appyBookersClub— JoinRachelat SouthCoastalLibraryat2p.m.fortheir nextHappyBookersmeeting!Thegroup meetsonselectmonthstodiscussachosenbook.Booksselectedareworksoffictionfromvariousgenresandauthors.This monthwewillbediscussingTheNight SwimbyMeganGoldin.Limitedcopieswill beavailableforcheckoutatthecirculation deskstartinginMay.Registrationisrequiredandavailableathttps://southcoastal.lib.de.usorbyphoneat 3 02-858-5518.HostedbytheSouth CoastalLibrary,BethanyBeach,DE.

June19

SummerBibleStudy— SalemChurchwill beholdingaweeklySummerBibleStudyat 10a.m.TheywillbestudyingMaxLucado’sLifeLessonsfromJames.Participantsmaypurchasetheirownbook.

June20

CommunityBlockParty— SalemChurch inSelbyvilleishostingaCommunityBlock PartyonthethirdFridayofeverymonthin thesummerfrom6to8p.m.Theeventis free,andopentoall.Bringyourownchair

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asyouenjoyfood,livemusic,bounce house,shavedice,face-paintingandmore. FenwickFlicks—MonstersInc.— The TownofFenwickIslandwillbeshowing MonstersIncattheBayardStreetBeach. Theeveningkicksoffat8p.m.withfunfilledgameshostedbytheTown’slifeguards.Themoviewillbeginatdusk.Bring yourblanketsandbeachchairsforan eveningofcommunity,connectionand summerfun.TheraindateisJune21. SummerConcertSeries— TheTownof OceanViewish ostingLoveSeedMama JumpatJohnWestParkfrom6:30to8:30 p.m.Bringyourblanketsorbeachchairs. Scout281willhavefoodsales,andthere

willbeBonkey’sicecream.

June21

YardandBakeSale— TheMillvilleVolunteerFireCo.Auxiliaryishostingayardand bakesaleatthefirehallfrom8a.m.to noon.Breakfastandlunchwillbeavailable forpurchase.Fortableinquiries,call(302) 537-0143.Topre-orderhomemade chickensalad($10perpound),call(609) 247-3649.

June22

PrinceGeorge’sTour— Therewillbea freetourofthehistoricPrinceGeorge’s ChapelMuseumfrom1:30to4:30p.m. Formoreinformation,callVickieat(302) 732-3824orJoAnnat(302)858-2720.

ChamberChoir— St.Martha’sEpiscopal ChurchispresentingCoroAllegro, Delaware’spremierchamberchoir,at3 p.m.Noticketsarerequired.Afree-willofferingwillbecollectedtobenefitOperation SEAStheDay.

June23

UkranianPysankyEggs— Pysankawriting,oreggdecorating,isanancientand traditionalUkrainianartformwherethe symbolsandcolorschosencanhavepagan orChristianmeaning.Inthisworkshopat FrankfordPublicLibraryat10:30a.m.,we willlearntheprocessof'writing'Pysanky, fromchoosingtheeggs,waxinganddyeing,toolsthatareusedandfinallytothe removalofwaxtounveilyourPysanka gem!Registrationisrequired.Call302-

732-9351orvisitusonlineat frankford.lib.de.us.FindusonFB@Frankfo rdPublicLibraryandInstagram@frankfordlibrary. StorytimeonParsonsFarm— JoinFrankfordPublicLibraryat11a.m.forstorytelling,songs,andcraftsatParsonsFarm FreshCafe.ThisStorytimeisopentoall ages.Anycancellationswillbepostedon theFrankfordPublicLibrary'sFacebook page.NoRegistrationisrequired.Call 302-732-9351orvisitusonlineatfrankford.lib.de.us.FindusonFacebook @FrankfordPublicLibraryandInstagram @frankfordli brary. HooksandNeedles— JoinFrankfordPublicLibraryonMondaysat1p.m.forafun

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afternoonofknittingandcrocheting.All levelsarewelcome.Call302-732-9351or visitusonlineatfrankford.lib.de.us.Find usonFB@FrankfordPublicLibraryandInstagram@frankfordlibrary.

GentleYogaFlow— JoinSarahSchaber, RYT-500certifiedyogainstructor,fora free,one-hourGentleFlowYogaclassat SouthCoastalLibraryat10:15a.m.Ideal forbeginners,seniors,andanyonelooking foraslowerflowpractice.Wewilllearn breathingtechniques,pos tures,andexercisestopromoteflexibilityandstrength, balance,andrelaxation.Pleasebringa yogamatortowelfromhome.Theinstructoralsorecommends4-inch-deepfoam yogablocks.Ifyouareunabletogetonto theflooreasily,donotworry,wewillprovidechairs.Thereareoptionsforall!Registrationopensat12p.m.onJune9andis availableathttps://southcoastal.lib.de.us orbycalling302-858-5518.(Onlineregistrationrecommended!)Walk-insac cepted ifspaceallows.HostedbytheSouth CoastalLibrary,43KentAvenue,Bethany Beach,DE19930

TeenYogaforRelaxation— Stressedout fromacademic&socialpressureandlife ingeneral?Ages11-17areinvitedto SouthCoastalLibraryat12:30p.m.todestresswithafreeone-houryogaclassled bySarahSchaber,RYT-500certifiedyoga instructor.Inthisclass,wewillmoveand stretchourbodiestohelpdecreasestress andanxiety,improvefocusandconcentration, andincreasestrength,flexibility,and confidence.Together,wewilllearninvalu-

abletoolsandtechniquesthatcanhelpus throughoutourentirelives.Nopreviousexperiencerequired.Wearsomethingcomfortable,andpleasebringayogamator towel.Registrationopensat12:30pmon June2andisavailableathttps://southcoastal.lib.de.usorbycalling302-8585518.Walk-insacceptedifspaceallows. HostedbytheSouthCoastalLibrary,43 KentAvenue,Bet hanyBeach,DE19930

June24

FirstStepsinWatercolors— Usingcolor theory,youwillchooseyourpalettetocreateanabstractwatercolorpaintingwhile learninghowwaterinteractswithpaintto createseveraldifferenteffects.Alllevels welcome,heldatFrankfordPublicLibrary at10:30a.m.Allmaterialswillbesupplied.Nopriorexperiencenecessary.Registrationisrequired.Call302-732-9351or visitusonlineatfrankford.lib.de.us.Find usonFB@Frank fordPublicLibraryandInstagram@frankfordlibrary.

SummerConcertSeries— ChristianYeagerwillperformcountrymusicatHolts LandingStateParkfrom6to8p.m.

PAWSforReading— Well-trainedteamsof dogs&ownersprovideasupportiveand funwayforkidstogainconfidencein readingaloudatSouthCoastalLibraryat4 p.m.!Childrenreadfor15minutesand maybringtheirownbookiftheywish. Ages5-plus.Mustcall(302)858-5518to register.HostedbytheSouthCoa stalLibrary,43KentAvenue,BethanyBeach,DE 19930https://southcoastal.lib.de.us

SharkTriviaforAges13-Plus— Get readyforSharkWeekandSharkfestwith usatSouthCoastalLibraryat2p.m.!

Learnsomecoolfactsaboutsharksand testyourknowledgeinthisfunandfree SharkTriviaGame!Prizesawardedforfirst andsecondplaceteams.Lightsnacksare provided.Teamsmayhaveuptosixmembers.Individualsmayalsoattendandjoina teamorbematchedupwithother individuals.Onememberperteamshouldregister fortheentiregroup.Registrationisrequiredandavailableathttps://southcoastal.lib.de.usorbycalling 302-858-5518.Walk-insacceptedifspace allows.HostedbytheSouthCoastalLibrary,43KentAvenue,BethanyBeach,DE 19930

June25

Women’sSummerBibleStudy— There willbeaNoHomeworkWomen’sSummer BibleStudybyChristianTateon2ndStreet andthebeachinBethanyBeachevery WednesdaythroughJuly3 0from8:30to 9:45a.m.Registrationisadvisedsoyou canbecontactedifcancelleddueto weather.Allwomenarewelcome.Toregister,calltheofficeatMarinersBethel Churchat(302)539-9510orvisit marinersbethelchurchcenter.com.

WednesdayArtWonders:WeavingOur World— Getcreativewithweaving!Childrenages6–12areinvitedtoFrankford PublicLibraryat11a.m.tohavefunexploringdifferentmaterialstoweavetheir ownone-of-a-kindartwork.Registr ationis required.Youcansignuponlinebyvisiting usatfrankford.lib.de.us.orCall302-7329351.PleasefindusonFacebook @FrankfordPublicLibraryandInstagram @frankfordlibrary.

MahjongOpenPlay— FrankfordPublicLi-

brary’sMahjonggroupplaysWednesdays at1p.mforcasualplay.Registrationisnot required,butpriorplayingexperienceis preferred.Call302-732-9351orvisitus onlineatfrankford.lib.de.us.FindusonFB @FrankfordPublicLibrarya ndInstagram @frankfordlibrary.

YogaforKids— Startyourdaywithsmiles andstretches!JoinMissSarahatSouth CoastalLibraryat10:30a.m.foraplayful morningofyoga,speciallydesignedforlittleonesage5andunder.Registrationis requiredandavailableathttps://southcoastal.lib.de.usorbyphoneat302-8585518.HostedbytheSouthCoastalLibrary, BethanyBeach,DE.

BikeSafetyWorkshop— TheSouth CoastalLibrarywillhostafreebikesafety workshop foradultsat2p.m.,presented bytheBethanyBeachPoliceDept.andthe PedestrianandBicycleSafetyCommittee. Learnbicyclesafetyandskillstohelpyou bikewithcomfortandconfidencethroughouttheyear.Registrationisencouraged andavailableatsouthcoastal.lib.de.usor bycalling302-858-5518.Walk-insacceptedifspaceallows.Hostedbythe SouthCoastalLibrary,43KentAvenue, BethanyBeach,DE19930

CrimeSolvers— Areyouatruecrimelover oranaspi ringdetective?Joinusfora105 min.tabletopgamewhereweexamineevidence,witnessstatements,etc.tocooperativelysolvefictionalmurders.Forages14 -Adult.Free,allmaterials&lightsnacks provided.Registeratsouthcoastal.lib.de.us orbycalling302-858-5518Hostedbythe SouthCoastalLibrary,43KentAvenue, BethanyBeach,DE19930

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Fit&FunFieldDayraises$10KforSpecialOlympics

The3rdAnnualFit&FunFieldDay tookplaceonSunday,June1,andraised $10,000fortheSpecialOlympicsof Delaware.

Eachyear,thisfield-dayevent,sponsoredbytheQuietResortsCharitable Foundation,takesplaceatLordBaltimore ElementarySchoolandaimstobringtogetherthewholecommunityforafunfilleddayfocusedonbeingactiveand celebratingthejoyofplay.Proceedsofthe Fit&FunFieldDayaredonatedtothe SpecialOlympicsofDelawaretobenefit localathletesintheirsportsactivitiesfreeof chargethroughouttheyear.

Thisyear’sfield-dayeventincluded gamesandactivitiesledbyKristieVanZee ofKVZPhotography,whohasbeenapart oftheeventforthepastthreeyears. Crowdslineduptowatchvolunteerstakea splashinthedunkingbooth,whilechildren (andadults)challengedtheirfriendsinthe inflatableobstaclecourse.UncleDavid’sIce Creamwasonsiteservinguptreats,andDJ Scottprovidedthetunesthroughoutthe dayhighlightedbythefirstlimbocontest.

Cpl.BrianCasellioftheOceanView PoliceDepartmentattendedtheeventto meetandgreetthemembersofthecommunity.CaselliwastheTorchRunnerof theYearfortheSpecialOlympicsSummer GamesattheUniversityofDelawarein 2023.

Fit&FunFieldDayorganizerLori Smythsaid,“Wearethankfulforallthe supportwehavereceivedfromourlocal community,volunteersandbusinesssponsorswhomakethiseventpossible.”

TheQuietResortsCharitableFoundationhelditsannualFit&FunFieldDayonSunday,June1atLordBaltimoreElementarySchool.Theeventraised$10,000for theSpecialOlympics.

PurityTouchStudioscelebratesgrandopening

OnFriday,May30,theBethanyFenwickAreaChamberofCommerce hostedaribbon-cuttingceremonyto celebratethegrandopeningofPurity TouchStudiosinVinesCreekCentre nearDagsboro.Friends,familyand communitymemberswereinattendancetohelpcelebrate.

“PurityTouchStudiosisaone-stop shopdedicatedtoelevatingbeautyentrepreneursandhelpingthemthrive,” Chamberrepresentativessaid.“Their missionistobringtogetherskilledprofessionalstoprovideclientswithanexceptionalexperiencethatenhances confidenceandpromotesoptimal beauty.”

TolearnmoreaboutPurityTouch, visitthemat29473VinesCreekRoad, Unit101,Dagsboro,call(302)5678742orvisitpuritytouchstudios.com.

Family,friendsandthecommunitygatheredforaribbon-cuttingeventatPurityTouchStudiosnearDagsboro.

June26

SummerBibleStudy— SalemChurchwill beholdingaweeklySummerBibleStudyat 10a.m.TheywillbestudyingMaxLucado’sLifeLessonsfromJames.Participantsmaypurchasetheirownbook.

BabyBees— JoinFrankfordPublicLibrary onThursdaysat11a.m.foraBabyBees StoryTimeforchildren,ages0to3.Stories,songs,andinteractiveplaypromote earlyliteracyandengagementwithother childreninarelaxedsettinginthechildren'sroom.Registrationisnot required. Questions,pleasecallus:302-732-9351. We'reonFb@FrankfordPublicLibraryand Instagram@frankfordlibrary.

Let’sPlayGames:ForAdults— Join FrankfordPublicLibraryonThursdaysat1 p.m.toplaygamessuchasdominoes, Scrabbleandcards.Call302-732-9351or visitusonlineatfrankford.lib.de.us.Find usonFB@FrankfordPublicLibraryandInstagram@frankfordlibrary.

LegoClub— Callingallbuilders!Whether newtoLegosoraMasterBuilder,jo in FrankfordPublicLibraryat5p.m.toengageyourimaginationandbuildyourlatest Legocreation.Thisprogramisforages6 andup.Call302732-9351orvisitusonlineatfrankford.lib.de.us.FindusonFB @FrankfordPublicLibraryandInstagram @frankfordlibrary.

TeenCraft:BirdHouse— Getoutofthe hotsunandbuildandpaintabirdhouseto putupinyouryardatSouthCoastalLibraryat2p.m.Free,allmaterialsprovided.Forages10–17(Agefirm!) Registrationi srecommendedandavailable athttps://southcoastal.lib.de.usorbycalling302-858-5518.Walk-insacceptedif spaceallows.HostedbytheSouthCoastal Library,43KentAvenue,BethanyBeach, DE19930

June27

FamilyGameFun— CoolofffromthesummerheatwithSouthCoastalLibraryat2 p.m.Funforteens,familiesoradults!We willhaveanassortmentofretroandnewer boardgames,cardgames,miniatureping pong,andpuzzlesforyoutoenjoybetween 2and4pm.Listent omusic,chatwith friends,andhavefun!Complimentary snacksprovided.Registrationisencouragedandavailableat southcoastal.lib.de.usorbycalling302858-5518.Walk-insacceptedifspaceallows.HostedbytheSouthCoastalLibrary, 43KentAvenue,BethanyBeach,DE19930 SummerConcertSeries— TheTownof OceanViewishostingTheFunstersat JohnWestParkfrom6:30to8:30p.m. Bringyourblanketsorbeachchairs.Scout 281willhavefoodsales,andtherewil lbe Bonkey’sicecream.

June28

Stars&Stripes— TheGreaterMillsboro ChamberofCommerceishostingStars& StripesattheMillsboroLittleLeaguefields from6to9:30p.m.Therewillbefireworks,foodtrucks,aDJandvendors.For moreinformation,call(302)934-6777, emailinfo@millsborochamber.comorvisit millsborochamber.com.

Build&PaintYourOwnBirdhouse— Hands-onFunforYoungBuilders!Children ages6–12cangethands-onandbuild theirownwoodenbirdh ouseorbirdfeeder usingLowe’sBuildandGrowkits,at FrankfordPublicLibraryat11a.m.All toolsandmaterialsareprovided.Registrationisrequired.Youcansignuponlineby visitingusatfrankford.lib.de.us.orCall 302-732-9351.PleasefindusonFacebook@FrankfordPublicLibraryandInstagram@frankfordlibrary.

MUMCBakeSale— MillvilleUnitedWomen inFaithwillhosttheirsummerbakesalein theChurch’sWesleyHallat36405Club HouseRd.from8to10:3 0a.m.Therewill beavarietyoftreats.Allproceedsgoto supportlocalmissionprojects.

June30

StorytimeonParsonsFarm— JoinFrankfordPublicLibraryat11a.m.forstorytelling,songs,andcraftsatParsonsFarm FreshCafe.ThisStorytimeisopentoall ages.Anycancellationswillbepostedon theFrankfordPublicLibrary'sFacebook

page.NoRegistrationisrequired.Call 302-732-9351orvisitusonlineatfrankford.lib.de.us.FindusonFacebook @FrankfordP ublicLibraryandInstagram @frankfordlibrary.

HooksandNeedles— JoinFrankfordPublicLibraryonMondaysat1p.m.forafun afternoonofknittingandcrocheting.All levelsarewelcome.Call302-732-9351or visitusonlineatfrankford.lib.de.us.Find usonFB@FrankfordPublicLibraryandInstagram@frankfordlibrary.

GentleYogaFlow— JoinSarahSchaber, RYT-500certifiedyogainstructor,fora free,one-hourGentleFlowYogaclassat SouthCoastalLibraryat 10:15a.m.Ideal forbeginners,seniors,andanyonelooking foraslowerflowpractice.Wewilllearn breathingtechniques,postures,andexercisestopromoteflexibilityandstrength, balance,andrelaxation.Pleasebringa yogamatortowelfromhome.Theinstructoralsorecommends4-inch-deepfoam yogablocks.Ifyouareunabletogetonto theflooreasily,donotworry,wewillprovidechairs.Thereareoptionsforall!Registrationopensat12p.m.onJune9andis

availableathttps://southcoastal.lib.de.us orbycalling302-858-5518.(Onlineregistrationrecommended!)Walk-insaccepted ifspaceallows.HostedbytheSouth CoastalLibrary,43KentAvenue,Bethany Beach,DE19930

PatrioticCraft— JoinSouthCoastalLibrary at2p.m.forafunandeasypatrioticcraft forages18-plus.WewillbepaintingaverticalwoodenUSAsignwithacrylicpaint. Registrationisrequiredandbeginsat2pm onJune23atwww.southcoastal.l ib.de.us orbycalling302-858-5518.Walk-insacceptedifspaceallows.Hostedbythe SouthCoastalLibrary,43KentAvenue, BethanyBeach,DE19930

July1

Let’sTalkGardening— FrankfordPublic Libraryishostinganinformalgroupofgardenersor“wannabe”gardenersat10:30 a.m.todiscussgardeningprojects,plantingtrips,newgrowingconditions,etc.They meetonthefirstandthirdTuesdaysat

Milk&HoneyCafécelebratesgrandopeningwithribbon-cutting

OnFriday,May30,theBethanyFenwickAreaChamberofCommerceheldaribbon-cutting ceremonytocelebratethegrand openingofMilk&HoneyCaféin VinesCreekCentrenearDagsboro. Friends,familyandcommunity memberswereinattendancetohelp celebrate.

“Discovertheperfectblendof localcoffeeanddelightfulofferings atMilk&HoneyCafé,”Chamber representativessuggested.“Their moderncafeserveslocallyroasted coffee,locallybakedpastries,refreshingsmoothies,nourishingaçaibowls andadelectableselectionofbreakfastandlunchoptions.Indulgein thewarm,invitingatmosphereand savorthesweetnessoftheirmenu!”

TovisitMilkandHoneyCafé, stopbytheirlocationat29469Vines CreekRoad,Unit102,Dagsboro. Call(302)321-9581orvisitmilkandhoneydelaware.comtoviewtheir menu.

Milk&HoneyCaféandtheBethany-FenwickChamberofCommerceheldaribbon-cuttingonFriday,May30.

Farmers’MarketatSeaColonycelebrates15thseason

OnWednesday,June4,theBethanyFenwickAreaChamberofCommerce hostedaribbon-cuttingceremonywith theFarmers’MarketatSeaColonyto celebratetheir15thseason.Friends,fellowChambermembersandcommunity memberswereinattendance.

“TheFarmers’MarketatSeaColony isproudtobeatrue,producer-only farmersmarket,exclusivelyfeaturing localfarmsandvendorsfromwithin 100milesofBethanyBeach.Everything is grownormadebythepeoplewhosell it—nowholesalers,justfreshness, transparencyandcommunity,”Chamber representativessaid.

Tolearnmore,visitseacolonyfarmersmarket.comorjointhemon Wednesdaysfrom8a.m.tonoonin June,JulyandAugust,at33546Market Place,BethanyBeach.

TheBethany-FenwickChamberofCommerceheldaribbon-cutting,celebratingtheFarmers’MarketatSeaColony’s15year.

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Dr.Spellmanprovidesskinchecksfrom1-4p.m.everyotherThursdayat BeebeSurgicalOncology(33672BayviewMedicalDrive,Lewes,DE).If youwishtomakeanappointmentforaskinscreening,pleasescanthe QRCodebeloworcall302-644-0964.Aclinicianreferralisrequired.

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June13,2025

BlissNailscelebratessoftopeningwithribbon-cuttingceremony

OnWednesday,June4,theBethanyFenwickAreaChamberofCommerce hostedaribbon-cuttingceremonywith BlissNailsinMillvilleSquaretocelebratetheirsoftopening.Friends,fellow Chambermembers,localdignitaries andcommunitymemberswereinattendance.

AsisterlocationtoAriaNails,Bliss Nailsoffersmanicures,pedicuresand nailenhancementssuchasacrylicsand gel,fill-insandwaxing.Thesalonwill beopenfullyonJune13,withagrand openingeventonJune15.

TolearnmoreaboutBlissNails,visit thesalonat35246AtlanticAvenue, Suite2,Millville,orvisithttps://blissnails-salon.com/.Thesalonwillbeopen from9a.m.to7:30p.m.Monday throughSaturday,and10a.m.to5p.m. onSunday.

BlissNailsrecentlyheldaribboncuttingeventatitsnewstoreinMIllvilleSquare.

(Editor’sNote:Thisisthesixthinaseries ofpreviewsofthe10homesthatwillbeon displayduringthe33rdBeach&BayCottageTour,tobeheldvirtuallyJuly13 throughAug.3and,forsevenpreselected homes,in-persononJuly23andJuly24.)

Thispeaceful,welcominghomehas quiteastory.Itbeganasaprefabhome onCoastalHighway,advertisingNanticokeHomes—theonlymodular-home builderinDelawareatthetime.In1985, itwasre-assembledonalotinasmall BethanyBeachcommunity.Then,34 yearslater,theownersboughtthehome asarentalproperty.

Itwasn’tlongbeforethehome’sstory tookadramaticturn.Theownersloved thecommunity,withitsvarietyofhome stylesanditsproximitytothebeach,their church,downtownBethanyBeachand tennis.Astheyreasoned,“Youcan changeahome,butyoucan’tchangeits location.”Lookingpastthehome’ssmall footprintanddeterioratingcondition,the ownersimaginedtheirfuturehome.

Movingfromalarge,colonial-style housetoasmall,datedcottagemightgive somepeoplepause,buttheownersembraceditenthusiastically.Ratherthan

Whattolookfor:

razethehouseandbuildanew,theycreatedtheir“coastalmodern”dreamhome throughrenovation.Wantingafirst-floor openconceptforentertaining,they movedthekitchenfromthebackofthe housetothefronttocreatealargerspace forprep,cookingandconversation.The unstableFloridaroominspiredagreat roomwithmanywindowsandahigher ceiling,foraspacious,airyfeel.

Theownersalsowantedthefirstfloor tobeself-contained,withaprimarysuite, laundryroom,andscreenedporch,so theycouldagegracefullyinplace.The secondfloorwouldhaveanoffice/bedroom,secondbedroom,anda“Jackand Jill”bathroomforfamilyandguests.The beautiful,unclutteredhomeistestament toa“lessismore”philosophyfilledwith ingeniousspace-savingandstoragefeatures,anddesignedwithoutsacrificing whatwasimportanttothem.

Thisisjustoneofthepropertiesthat willbeviewedbythosewhopurchase ticketsforthe33rdBeach&BayCottage Tour.Thisweek’shomeisoneofthe sevenhomesonthe33rdTourthatwill beavailableforin-persontoursbyholders ofCombotickets.And,likeall10homes onthe2025tour,thishomewillalsobe availabletobeseenvirtuallybyholdersof bothComboandVirtualtickets.

Eachofthe10homeswillfeaturea professionallyproducedvideothatwill offerTourpatronsanopportunitytoview eachhomeasoftenastheywantfrom anywhereduringthethree-weekvirtual tourperiod.Specialfeaturesinclude bird’s-eyedronevideofootageandthe abilitytoviewtheTouronanyinternetenableddevice.Hostessesforthisweek’s homewillbefurnishedbytheSaltAir Gardeners,theReserve’sBeachGalsand theBarefootGardeners.

The33rdBeach&BayCottageTour isbeingpresentedbyLeslieKoppand TheLeslieKoppGroup,andthishome isalsosponsoredbyPlatinumSponsor84 Lumber

Comboticketscost$50,andVirtualonlyticketscost$35.Comboticketsare limitedandmaybeusedeitherdayofthe tour,withasingleentrypermittedtoeach home.Topurchaseticketsorformoreinformation,visittheCottageTour’swebsiteatbeachandbaycottagetour.com.

TheCottageTourisproducedbythe FriendsoftheSouthCoastalLibrary.All netproceedsdirectlybenefitthelibrary’s operations.

25years.Shethendecidedtogoto beautyschool,and,aftercompleting hercourses,shebecameaninstructor attheschoolforseveralyears.After movingtoSussexCountyinthemid1980s,sheopenedherownbeauty parlor,ShearStyleinOceanView, Del.,whichsheoperatedfrom1985 until1995.

Lathburywasamemberofthe OrderoftheEasternStaranda memberofMillvilleUnited MethodistChurch.Shelovedto danceandcookbigmealsforher family.Shealsoenjoyedboatingand goingtothepool.Aboveallelse,she lovedhertimespentwithhertwo great-grandchildren.

Inadditiontoherparents,Lathburywasprecededindeathbyher sister,SusanCharter,andbrother-inlaw,WalterLathbury.Sheissurvived byherlovinghusbandof35years, FrankE.Lathbury;ason,Jody SweetmanofFrankford,Del.;a grandson,JoshuaSweetmanandhis wife,Katie,alsoofFrankford;andher twobelovedgreat-grandchildren, OliviaandJettSweetman,bothof Frankford.Sheisalsosurvivedbyher sister,RuthAnnSagersofOcean View,Del.;abrother,JosephLawton ofMillville,Del.;aspecialniece, RuthieGearsandherhusband,Bob, ofFrankford;andseveralothernieces andnephews.

Avisitationwillbeheldfrom10 to11a.m.onSaturday,June14,2025, atFrankfordChapelofMelsonFuneralServices,43ThatcherStreet, Frankford,Del.,withafuneralservice beginningat11a.m.Intermentwill beheldprivatelyatMariner’sBethel CemeteryinOceanView,Del.Inlieu offlowers,thefamilysuggestedmemorialcontributionstoAccentCare

HospiceFoundationbyvisiting www.seasonsfoundation.org.Condolencesmaybesentbyvisiting www.melsonfuneralservices.com.

MaryannRiley,80

MaryannRiley,80,ofSelbyville, Del.,diedTuesday,May27,2025,at WilmingtonHospitalinWilmington,Del.ShewasborninPhiladelphia,Pa.,daughterofthelateFrancis GibsonandMary(Forbes)Gibson.

Sheandherhusband,Ed,had ownedanauto-glassbusinessfor manyyears.Afterretirement,she workedvariousjobs.

Rileywasprecededindeathbyher husband,EdwardT.RileySr.;two brothers,FrancisGibsonandRichard Gibson;asister,LorraineSunyand herhusband,Jim;andanephew, RichardGibson.Sheissurvivedbya niece,SandraM.Suny;three nephews,JimSunyJr.(andCarla), GregSunyandRandyGibson;asister-in-law,JeanneGibson;several niecesandnephews;andspecial neighborsBarbaraandGaryLindamood.

Afuneralservicewillbeheldat11 a.m.onMondayJune9,2025,at Bishop-HastingsFuneralHome,19 S.MainStreetinSelbyville,Del. Friendsmaycallanhourbeforethe service.BurialwillbeinRoxana Cemetery.Inlieuofflowers,donationsinRiley’smemorymaybemade totheAmericanCancerSociety (www.cancer.org)ortotheBrandywineValleySPCA,Georgetown Campus,22918DupontBlvd., Georgetown,DE19947.Condolencesmaybesentbyvisiting www.bishophastingsfh.com.

TiffanyLynn ‘Tiffy’Sahutsky,36

TiffanyLynn“Tiffy”Sahutsky,36, ofMillsboro,Del.,formerlyofDillsburg,Pa.,passedawaypeacefullyon

May24,2025.ShewasbornonMay 26,1988,atHarrisburg(Pa.)Hospital.

Sahutskywasanabundantballof energy,alittlemightyfirecracker. Whenshewasyounger,sheloved playingbaseballandsoccer.Shewas quitetalentedinbothgames.Asshe grewolder,shehadanarrayofloves. Someofthosewereanimals,music, drawingandevenwritingafew poemsnowandthen.Heradorable doggie,Scrappy,washerlittlesidekickwhobroughthertremendousjoy byspoiling,snugglingandjustplain hangingoutwithhim.

Oneofthebiggestthingsthat filledherheartwithlovethoughwas herson,Benjamin.Shewasalwaysso proudofhimandlovedhimvery much.Shewasunique,smartasa whipandaone-of-a-kindextraordinarilyspecialperson.

“Shewillbeextremelymissedand stayacherishedjewelinourhearts forever.Blackbirdfly,intothelightof thedarkblacksky...808...Coastis clear.”

Sahutskywasprecededindeathby hergrandfathers,GeorgeSahutsky andDallasDressler;andcousin BrodyWolf.Sheissurvivedbyher mother,AngelaWicks(andherhusband,Geoffrey);herfather,Peter Sahutsky;heramazingson,Benjamin;threesisters,NikkiSahutsky, KellieSahutsky(andhercompanion, JenBradley)andyoungestsister OliviaWicks.Sheisalsosurvivedby hergrandmothersSandraSahutsky, BrendaDresslerandKathiFavinger; hergrandfatherMerleFavinger;her niecesTrinityandBeverly;and nephewsBrysonandNoah;aswellas manyaunts,uncles,cousinsandlongtimefriends.

Servicesweretobeprivate.Her lifememorialwebpageisat www.watsonfh.com.

JennieLaVere (Seibert)Vucinich,92

JennieLaVere(Seibert)Vucinich, 92,ofMillsboro,Del.,wenthometo bewiththeLordonJune2,2025. Shewastheonlychildofherloving parents,IrvinSeibertandJennie (Runyan)SeibertofHuntington, W.Va.,whereherfathertaught physicsandchemistryatHuntington HighSchoolfor33years.Vucinich graduatedfromHuntingtonHighin 1950andwentontoattendMarshall University,whereshemajoredin homeeconomicsandbusiness.

Shelivedfor35yearsinCalifornia,whereshemarriedherbeloved husband,DavidVucinich,whoprecededherindeathin2014.Together theyshared48wonderfulyearsfilled withloveandtravel,musicandcooking(especiallyforfamilyandfriends). Duringthoseyears,theyraisedtheir daughters,ShanaNavaand DonicaRust.Shealsohadtwosons, JosephBellandDavidBell,withher firsthusband,JohnstonBell,whoalso precededherindeath.

Professionally,shewashonoredto workonthestaffoftheUCLA SchoolofLawinLosAngeles.When sheandherfamilymovedtothe desert,sheservedasadministrative secretaryforthepresidingjudgeof theSupremeCourtofRiverside CountyinIndio,Calif.Afterretiring, shecontinuedtogivebacktoher communitybydirectingahandbell choirattheEvangelicalFreeChurch ofYuccaValley,Calif.

In1998,JennieandDaveVucinich movedtoMillsboro,Del.,tobecloser tofamily.Shefor19yearsservedas theorganistatEastgatePresbyterian ChurchinLongNeck,Del.,where shewasadevotedmemberofthe congregation.ShealsoservedasdirectorandaccompanistoftheSunshineSingersformorethan22years. PerformingregularlyatCheerCentersandnursinghomesthroughout SussexandKentcounties,theSunshineSingersbecamelikefamilyto her,withbondsshetreasureddeeply. Shelivedalifefulloffaith,music, serviceandlove.Shetouchedmany liveswithherwarmth,herwit,and herunwaveringdevotiontoherfamilyandcommunity.Thoughher musichasquieted,theechoesofher loveandstrengthremaininevery noteplayed,everymealshared,and everylifeshegraced.

Vucinichissurvivedbyherfour children,JosephBell,DavidBell, ShanaNavaandDonicaRust.She wasaproudandlovinggrandmother toJennaMillsandRachelMills (daughtersofShana),andLucasand RileyRust(sonsofDonicaand BryanRust).Shewasalsoblessed withtwogreat-grandsons,Johnand Noah.

Servicesweretobeprivate.Her

lifememorialwebpageisat www.watsonfh.com.

GordonEvansWoodSr.,89

GordonEvansWoodSr.,89,of OceanView,Del.,passedaway peacefully,withhissonsbyhisside, onMay15,2025.BornNov.29, 1935,inBrooklyn,N.Y.,hewasthe sonofthelateRichardKenneth WoodandHilda(Evans)Wood.

Woodmovedwithhisfamilyfrom GardenCity,N.Y.,toRoxana,Del., attheageof10.Growingupin OceanViewandMillville,Del.,he becameamanofhugecuriosity,and manytalentsandpassions.A1953 graduateofLordBaltimoreHigh School,inaclassof30students,he wentontoearnabachelor’sdegreein chemicalengineeringfromtheUniversityofDelawarein1957andwas commissionedasasecondlieutenant intheU.S.ArmySignalCorpsReserveviatheArmyROTCprogram. HeservedintheSignalCorpsatFort Monmouth,N.J.,leavingtheArmyas afirstlieutenantin1958.

Asayoungengineer,hepursued studiesinfluidmechanics,advanced mathandrocketmotorsatIllinois InstituteofTechnologyandCaseInstituteofTechnologyin1958and 1959,andthenearnedamaster’sdegreeinengineeringadministration fromGeorgeWashingtonUniversity in1965.Hegraduatedin1971witha jurisdoctoratefromGeorgeWashingtonUniversity’sNationalLaw Center,wherehewasamootcourtfinalist.HewasamemberoftheVirginiaStateBarandtheAmerican RocketSociety.

Wood’sprofessionallifewasasdiverseasitwasaccomplished—an engineer,lawyer,author, executive/corporateboardmember, directorandcivicleader.From1960 to1970hewasarocketengineer withtheAtlanticResearchCorporationinVirginia,whereheworkedon manymilitaryandspaceprogram projects.From1971to1978,hewasa memberoftheU.S.HouseofRepresentativesCommitteeonPublic Works&Transportation,wherehe servedasassistantminoritycounsel andminoritycounsel,andwaslead staffmemberonthelandmark1972 and1977CleanWaterActs,Superfundandwaterresourceslegislation. For10years,until1988,hewas vicepresidentforgovernmentrelationsoftheOlinCorporation.Until 1992,hewasseniorvicepresidentof theSyntheticOrganicChemical ManufacturersAssociation,anduntil 1997,hewasdeputydirectorand counseloftheStrategicEnvironmentalResearch&DevelopmentProgramfortheU.S.ArmyCorpsof Engineers,fromwhichhe“retired.”

Duringhissparetime,heshared histimeandskillsaspresidentoftwo communityassociations,memberof theFairfaxCityCharterCommission,foundingmemberoftheDisciplesofChristCongregationofthe FairfaxChristianChurch(withhis firstwife,SusanK.Wood,with whomheraisedfoursons),chairman oftheboardofBoyScoutTroop 1505inFairfax,Va.,towncommissionerofBethanyBeach,Del.,board memberandchairmanoftheNabb CenteratSalisburyUniversity,in Salisbury,Md.,court-appointedspecialadvocateforchildren(CASA), andmemberandchairmanofthe CenterforInlandBaysImplementationCommitteeandlateramember oftheCIBBoardofDirectors,governor-appointedmemberofthe DelawareEnvironmentalAppeals Board,andtwo-termmayorofOcean View.Hewasproudofhisroleasone ofthefirstthreeontheorganizing committeethatfoundedDelaware NationalBank,andhewasabankdirectorfor25years.

Woodwasanaccomplishedhistorianandgenealogist,focusingmainly onthehistoryofBaltimoreHundred. HewasamemberoftheOceanView HistoricalSociety.Heauthored“LetterstotheLittleOnes,”abookon familyandlocalBaltimoreHundred historyandEvans,Dazey/Daisey, HallandGreenfamilyhistories;

“FromPrinceEdwardIslandtoMillville,Delawarein250Years,”the storyofhisfather’sWoodandRamsayfamilies;andabookonhisgrandmotherNellieDaiseyEvansandher ancestorsandfamilycontaining Dazey/DaiseyandGreenhistorieson Delmarva.

Hewasadevotedsportsfan,from hisboys’youthclubgamesinmost everysportupthroughhighschool andcollege,tohisfavoriteproteams, theRedskins/Commanders,Nationals,OriolesandDodgers.Heheld seasonticketstotheRedskinssince 1966,stillgoingtogames“withhis boys”throughlastseason.

Woodfoundgreatjoyinnature andcherishedtimespentwithfamily andfriendsinthebeautyofthe Delawarecoast,especiallyWhite’s CreekandBethanyBeach.Heenjoyednothingmorethanbeingwith familyandfriendsonthebeachat sunsetfortheFourthofJulyorsittingaroundthediningroomtableat theirhomeonthemarsh,enjoyinga holidaydinner.

Hewasalsoaworldtraveler,with hisfamilyandwiththeloveofhis life,Pat,travelingallovertheU.S. andvisiting122countriesonall sevencontinents.

Hewasanextraordinarymanwho livedaremarkablelife.Hewillbe deeplymissedandlovinglyrememberedforhiswisdom,generosity,and

unwaveringdedicationtofamily, communityandcountry. Woodissurvivedbyhisbeloved wife,PatriciaK.Wood;hissons, RichardKennethWoodII(and Betsy),RobertKimmelWood(and Claire),GordonEvansWoodJr.(and Lauren)andDavidNealWood(and Erin);andhisstepsons,AdamHill (andJill)andBradHill(and Theresa);15grandchildren;andtwo great-grandchildrenandanotheron theway.Heisalsosurvivedbyhis lovingsisters,LoisDolby(andBruce) andSusanTimmons(widowofthe lateTom)ofClarksville,Del. Amemorialservicewilltakeplace onJune13,2025,attheOceanView ChurchofChrist,55WestAve, OceanView,Del.Visitationwillbe from10to11a.m.,withamemorial serviceat11a.m.IntermenttoimmediatelyfollowattheMariner’s BethelGlobalMethodistChurch cemetery.Serviceswereentrustedto WatsonFuneralHome&Crematorium,211S.WashingtonSt.,Millsboro,DE19966.Inlieuofflowers, donationstotheGordonEvans WoodSr.EngineeringScholarship Fundat:FultonBank,70Atlantic Avenue,OceanView,DE19970, Attn:GEWSr.MemorialScholarshipFund,weresuggested.Hislife memorialwebpageiswww.watsonfh.com.

LeweslibrarykickingoffChildren’sSummerSeries

TheLewesPublicLibrarywillwelcomefamiliesforalive,outdoorperformancebyWashington,D.C.’sTeatrodela LunaonSaturday,June14,at10:30a.m. inthelibrary’spavilion,at111AdamsAvenueinLewes.

Kickingoffthelibrary’s2025“Color

10:30a.m.Formoreinformation,visit thematfrankford.lib.de.usorbycalling (302)732-9351.

SummerConcertSeries— MothersHwy Junctionwillperformoriginalrootsand AmericanamusicatHoltsLandingState Parkfrom6to8p.m.

July2

NanticokeStories— Nanticokestoryteller

OurWorld”summerchildren’sprograms, theEnglish/Spanishsing-alongwillfeatureperformersGaboandMate,andtheir musicalfriends.

“TeatrodelaLunaaretheperfectperformerstolaunchoursummerreading performanceseries,”saidJenniferNoonan,children’slibrarian.“Theirvibrant, multiculturalperformancewill haveeveryonesinging,dancingandready tocelebrateanothergreatsummeratthe library!”

ReggathaRainwillsharehistoryandculturaltraditionsatFrankfordPublicLibrary at11a.m.Thisinteractivestorytelling eventisperfectforfamiliesandchildren ofallages.Regist rationisrequired.Yo u cansignuponlineatfrankford.lib.de.us orbycalling(302)732-9351.

MahjongOpenPlay— FrankfordPublic Library’sMahjonggroupplaysWednesdaysat1p.mforcasualplay.Registrationisnotrequired,butpriorplaying experienceispreferred.Call302-7329351orvisitusonlineat frankford.lib.de.us.FindusonFB @FrankfordPublicLibraryandInstagram

Noregistrationisrequired,andthefree showisappropriateforallages.Children whowishtosignupforthelibrary’ssummerreadingprogramwillreceiveaspecial gift whilesupplieslast.Intheeventof rain,theeventwillbemovedindoors. Foradditionalinformationonthelibraryanditsprograms,visit lewes.lib.de.us.

Women’sSummerBibleStudy— There willbeaNoHomeworkWomen’sSummer BibleStudy byChristianTateon2nd StreetandthebeachinBethanyBeach everyWednesdaythroughJuly30from 8:30to9:45a.m.Registrationisadvised soyoucanbecontactedifcancelleddue toweather.Allwomenarewelcome.To register,calltheofficeatMariners BethelChurchat(302)539-9510orvisit marinersbethelchurchcenter.com.

July3

BabyBees— JoinFrankfordPublicLi-

braryonThursdaysat11a.m.foraBaby BeesStoryTimeforchildren,ages0to 3.Stories,songs,andinteractiveplay promoteearlyliteracyandengagement withotherchildreninarelaxedsettingin thechildren'sroom.Registrationisnot required.Questions,pleasecallus:302732-9351.We'reonFb@FrankfordPublicLibraryandInstagram @frankfordlibrary.

Let’sPlayGames:ForAdults— Join FrankfordPublicLibraryonThursdaysat 1p.m.toplaygamessuchasdominoes, Scrabbleandcards.Call302-732-9351 orvisitusonlineatfrankford.lib.de.us. FindusonFB@ FrankfordPublicLibrary andInstagram@frankfordlibrary.

SummerBibleStudy— SalemChurch willbeholdingaweeklySummerBible Studyat10a.m.Theywillbestudying MaxLucado’sLifeLessonsfromJames. Participantsmaypurchasetheirown book.

July5

TownBonfire— JointheFenwickIsland BeachPatrolattheTown’sAnnualBonfirefrom7to10p.m.attheBayard Streetbeach.Bringyourcoolerand beachchairs.TherewillbeaDJ,silent auction,50/50raffle,gameswitht he lifeguardsforchildren,t-shirtsforsale andmuchmore.Theraindatewillbe Sunday,July6.

BookSale— St.Martha’sEpiscopal Churchisholdingabooksalefrom9 a.m.to1p.m.Therewillbealargeselectionofhardback,paperback,fiction andnon-fiction.

July8

SummerConcertSeries— MarkLentz willperformoriginalclassicandacoustic rockmusicatHoltsLandingStatePark from6to8p.m.

July9

Women’sSummerBibleStudy— TherewillbeaNoHomeworkWomen’s SummerBibleStudybyChristianTate on2ndStreetandthebeachin BethanyBeacheveryWednesday throughJuly30from8:30to9:45 a.m.Registrationisadvisedsoyoucan becontactedifcancelleddueto weather.Allwomenarewelcome.To register,calltheofficeatMariners BethelChurchat(302)539-9510or visitmarinersbethelchurchcenter.com.

July10

SummerBibleStudy— SalemChurch willbeholdingaweeklySummerBible Studyat10a.m.Theywillbestudying MaxLucado’sLifeLe ssonsfromJames. Participantsmaypurchasetheirown book.

SolbirdeCollectiveholdsribbon-cuttingevent

OnFriday,May30,theBethanyFenwickAreaChamberofCommerce hostedaribbon-cuttingceremonyto celebratethegrandopeningofSolbirde CollectiveinVinesCreekCentrenear Dagsboro.Friends,familyandcommunitymemberswereinattendanceto helpcelebrate.

“SolbirdeCollectiveismorethanjust askincarestudio—it’saspacewhere self-carefeelslikeliberation,notobligation,celebratingthebeautythat’salreadywithinyou,”Chamber representativessaid.“Solbirdespecializesinthoughtfulfacialtherapiesthat blendresults-drivenskincarewithdeep relaxation,guidedtouch,andasafe,affirmingatmospherewithagoaltohelp youfeelheld,seenandrestored.”

TolearnmoreaboutSolbirdeCollective,visitthematPurityTouchStudiesat29473VinesCreekRoad,Unit 101,Dagsboro,orvisitsolbirde.glossgenius.com.

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FRIDAY

St. Denis Medical (11) WBAL 8:30 p.m.

When a famous musician’s performance at the hospital is delayed, Joyce (Wendi McLendon-Covey) throws a talent contest featuring Bruce (Josh Lawson) and the staff. Then, Alex (Allison Tolman) looks to connect with her daughter, Ella (Romy Fay).

2025 NBA Finals (7) WMDT 8:30 p.m.

The playoffs gave us some insight into how both of these teams handle adversity, but as the NBA Finals continues, it looks like the only thing we can count on is the play-by-play of Mike Breen, Doris Burke, Richard Jefferson and Lisa Salters.

SATURDAY

WNBA Basketball (7) WMDT 3 p.m.

Sabrina Ionescu, Breanna Stewart and the New York Liberty head west to take on Caitlin Clark, Sophie Cunningham and the rest of the Indian Fever as the two powerhouse teams clash inside of Indianapolis’ Gainbridge Fieldhouse in WNBA action.

48 Hours (6) WBOC 9 p.m.

Dive into a new story of true crime as journalists investigate shocking criminal cases and compelling real-life drama in this latest episode. Crossing all aspects of the human condition, get an in-depth look at the mysteries that enrapture the U.S.

SUNDAY

Formula 1 Racing (7) WMDT 2 p.m.

The world’s top Formula 1 drivers descend upon the 2.7-mile Circuit Gilles-Villeneuve on Montreal’s Notre Dame Island for the Canadian Grand Prix. Last year, Red Bull Racing’s Max Verstappen claimed an exciting victory over McLaren’s Lando Norris.

Patience (12) WCPB 8 p.m.

Patience (Ella Maisy Purvis) works in the criminal records office when she catches the eye of DI Bea Metcalf (Laura Fraser) in this series premiere. Patience connects what is thought to be a suicide with other cases and is asked to join the team.

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MONDAY

American Ninja Warrior (11) WBAL 8 p.m.

With the goal of reaching the summit of Mount Midoriyama, men and women from all corners of the United States challenge the world’s most notorious obstacle course for fame and glory. Matt Iseman, Akbar Gbajabiamila and Zuri Hall host.

Walking With Dinosaurs (12) WCPB 8 p.m.

This new six-part series puts you on the ground in a prehistoric world that will leave you mesmerized at the creatures that once roamed the Earth. Thanks to cutting edge CGI, we witness a young Triceratops fight for survival against a ravenous T. rex.

The Librarians: The Next Chapter (19) TNT 9 p.m.

When someone uses the Crystal of Dr. John Dee to steal people’s memories, Vikram (Callum McGowan) and the team head to a world-class observatory on a local college campus to investigate. However, what they find may put the future in jeopardy.

TUESDAY

America’s Got Talent (11) WBAL 8 p.m.

Singers, dancers, magicians, comedians and more take the “AGT” stage in hopes of dazzling America and the judges — Simon Cowell, Mel B, Howie Mandel and Sofia Vergara — who’ve seen it all at this point. Who’ll make it through? Terry Crews hosts.

The 1% Club (5) FOX (69) WTXF 8 p.m.

This unique game show uses logic and thought processes rather than knowledge to move ahead. Beginning with 100 contestants, host Joel McHale asks questions of increasing difficulty, ending at what only 1% of Americans can get right.

Next Gen NYC (61) BRAV 9:15 p.m.

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Tim Allen and Kat Dennings star as car shop owner Matt and his estranged daughter Riley in this all-new sitcom. When Riley and her teenage children move in with Matt, the two begin to heal their damaged relationship amongst all their silly antics.

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Onvigilantwatch.Onguard.Onthe stand.Ontheirtoes.

ThatisthejobeachdayforaDelaware StateBeachPatrollifeguardfrom9a.m.to 5p.m.betweenMemorialDayweekend andLaborDayweekend.

Whilevirtuallyeveryoneelsearound themonthebeachiscavorting,reading, sleeping,talkingorjusttakinginthemagicalsaltair,theGuardiansbytheSeaare readytospringintoaction.

Evenwhilebeingcordialtothosewho approachthelifeguardstand,theyarealways onalert.Theireyesremainonthe swimmersevenwhiletheyaresippingand chewingforsustenanceduringthelong beachday.

Someone’slifemaybeindanger.

Andtheyaretheoneswhocanrescue swimmersinneed.

TheCoastalPointisspotlightingoneof theseGuardiansbytheSeawithabeach lifeguardfeaturestoryeachweekduring thesummerseason.

‘Yourfirstsaveis

probablyyourmostvividone’

DelawareStateBeachPatrollifeguardColemanWoodardhasparticipated inhisshareofrescuesand medicalemergencies.

“ButIfeellikeyourfirstsaveisprobablyyourmostvividone,”said Woodard,whopatrolstheTowerRoad beach.“Therewasnothingsuper-special aboutmyfirstsave.Itwasactuallya prettytextbookone.

“Iwassittingonthemainstandand sawalittlegirlgetcaughtinapop-up ripcurrentrightinfrontofme,”herecalled.“Idoveintothesurf,gaveherthe rescuecanandbroughthertoherparents.”

DelawareStateBeachPatrol

TheDelawareStateBeachPatrol,a divisionoftheParks&RecreationdepartmentofDNREC,isanelitegroup responsibleforoceanrescueandbeach safetyatDelaware’saward-winning state-parkbeaches.DSBPmembersre-

GuardiansbytheSea

DSBPlifeguardWoodardhasapassionforthewater

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DelawareStateBeachPatrollifeguardColemanWoodardisthisweek’sfeaturedlifeguardinourweeklyserieswepublish throughoutthesummer.

ceiveadvanced,nationallycertified training,workinsomeofthemost beautifullocationsinthestate,meet lifelongfriends,competeinlifeguard competitions,andservethepeopleof Delaware,allwhilegettingpaidand having fun.

Thepatrolprovidesservicesfor1.25 milesofbeachesthatincludeDelaware SeashoreStatePark(TowerRoad), DelawareSeashoreStatePark(South Inlet)andFenwickIslandStatePark.

Godhasmademewithalove andpassionforthewater

Woodardinsiststhathebecamea lifeguard“becauseGodhasmademe withaloveandpassionforthewater. WhenIwasyounger,Ialwaysadmired andlookeduptothebeachpatrols,and Iwantedtobelikethem,”hesaid.“My sister,KinleyWoodard,isalifeguard, andshealsoisagreatinspirationtome.

Ibecamealifeguardtohelpothers,and tolearnlifesavingskills.IwanttobecomethebestwatermanIcanbe.”

Heemphasizedthatbeingalifeguardmeanstheworldtohim.

“Itgivesmetheopportunitytobe partofanamazingcommunityandculture,andtohelpothers,”saidtheresidentofMillsboro.“Beingalifeguard meanshavingapassionandloveforthe oceanandthewater.Itmeansyoutrain forsomeoneelse’sworstday.It’sajob thatisbiggerthanjustoneperson.It takesateam.”

Woodardsaidheconsidersshowing upanddoinghisbestastheeasiestpart ofhisjob.

“I’velearnedthatbeingalifeguard onabeachpatrolisaprivilegeanda blessing,”hesaid.“There’snobetterjob intheworld.

“I’dsaythetoughestresponsibilityof beinganocean-rescuelifeguardwould bekeepingsandoutofthemedical

equipment,”addedWoodard.“Onceyou cleanthesandout,italwaysfindsaway to getbackinsidetheequipmentagain.” Woodardsaidheisparticularlyimpressedwiththecamaraderieofthe DSBP.

“It’sunmatched,becausewework greatasoneunit,nomatterwhatbeach weareguardingat,”hesaid.“Wearea family.Andourcamaraderieoneach beachisthesame.Wehaveagreattime guardingtogetherandtrustingeach othertothefullest.Ateamisonlyas strongasitsweakestlink,andwehave noweaklinks.”

Helpingthe SCLAwinNationals

Lastsummer,Woodardwasoneof 79beachpatrollifeguardsrepresenting theSussexCountyLifesavingAssocia-

JayvionChnadlerisoneofthethreeIR playersslatedtoplayintheBlue-Gold All-StaronFriday,June20,attheUniversityofDelaware.

ByMikeStern StaffReporter

IndianRiverHighSchoolheadfootballcoachPhilTownsendandtwoof hisplayersfromtheIndians’2024 DIAAClass1championshipteamwill participatefortheGoldteamduring the69thDFRCBlue-GoldAll-Star FootballGame.Thecontestwillbe playedonFriday,June20,attheUniversityofDelawarefootballstadium,beginningat7p.m.

Townsendwillbeaccompaniedby seniorrunninganddefensiveback JayvionChandlerandseniortwo-way interiorlinemanLukeHitchens,who was injuredlateintheseasonandwill participatefromthesidelines.

Chandlermadetheplayoftheseason,acceptingalateralpassfroma teammateaspartofalast-chancedesperationhook-and-lateralmaneuverin the2024DIAAClass1AchampionshipgamelastNovember.Hethen raced51yardsforwhatprovedtobethe winningtouchdown.

Fortheseason,herecordedhissecondconsecutive1,000-plusrushingyardcampaign,finishingwith1,148 yardsandtwotouchdownson134 rushes,andanother221yardsandthree six-pointerson12passreceptions.For hiscareer,Chandlerrushedfor2,615 yardsand37touchdowns,andcaught 17passesfor261yardsandthreesixpointersoffensively.Healsomade116 tackles,withfivetacklesforlostyardage, oneforcedfumble,threerecoveries,a touchdownandthreeinterceptionson defense.

Hitchensdeliveredsolidperformancesonbothsidesoftheinteriorline beforetearinghisACLatDelmaron Sept.28.Heservedastheteammanagerfortherestoftheseasonandwill providethoseservicesfortheBlueGoldgame.

Atotalof48schoolsacrossthestate willberepresentedbystudentsparticipatingasfootballplayers,cheerleaders, bandmembersandstudentambassadors fortheevent.AspartoftheDFRC Blue-GoldAll-StarFootballProgram, highschoolparticipantshavetheopportunitytobematchedwithchildren andyoungadultswithintellectualdisabilities —Buddies—throughthe Hand-in-HandProgram.

Ticketsforthegameareavailablefor purchasenowathttps://bluehens.evenue.net/events/BCC-DFRC.

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Agroupoflocalcertifiedpickleball instructorswantstospreadthejoyof pickleballtochildren.

Inspiredbylocalteacherandcertified pickleballinstructorMaryEgan,the teamofmorethan15volunteerswill hostseveralfreepickleballclinicsinJune andJulyforchildrenbetweentheagesof 8and16wholiveinSussexCounty.

Achildren’sclinicwillbeheldatJohn M.ClaytonElementarySchoolat252 ClaytonAvenueinFrankfordonSaturday,June28,from10:30a.m.tonoon p.m.Aparent-childclinichasbeen addedatClaytonElementaryonTuesday, July15,from4:30to6p.m.

Twopreviouslyscheduledclinics,on Monday,June16,from4to5p.m.and Saturday,June21,from10:30a.m.to noonp.m.atClaytonElementaryhave beencompletelybooked.

Interestedparticipantsmayregisterat www.southerndelawarepickleball.com, andadditionalinformationisavailableby sendinganemailtoEganatsoutherndelawarepickleball@gmail.com.

“O urvolunteersareallexperienced pickleballplayers,andincludeadoctor, nurse,educators,businesspeopleandretirees,whowillallbehelping,”saidEgan. “Theyareallwonderfulpeoplewhoare sogenerouswiththeirtime.

LocalpickleballinstructorsMaryEgan,left,andCarolReitz,right,areamongthe more than15volunteerswhowillprovidefreeclinicsforSussexCountychildrenin JuneandJuly.

“AnadultpickleballgroupinSussex Countydecidedtobringittotheyoungstersthissummerforfree,”Eganex-

plained.“Theseexperiencedplayersare promotinginvolvementinthesportby offeringfreeclinicstochildrenandpar-

ents, withthehopeofencouragingthe continuedlearningaboutandgrowthof thesport.Wehopetobuildinterestand involvementinpickleball,getkidsplayingand,hopefully,seethisbecomea leaguesportinSussexCounty.Thisprogramisatesttoseethelevelofinterest.”

Thevolunteerinstructorsinclude ElizabethPanzer,CarolReitz,Robinand DavidProcida,KimDougherty,Karen Katcher,LindaKing,SteveRomano, BrendaRoland,LizMcNeeseandChris Veale.

Thefreeclinicswillteachparticipants aboutthebasicsofthegame.Thatwill includehowtoserve;howtohitforehand,backhand,lobanddinkshots;scoring;andcourtpositioning,saidEgan.

Allequipmenthasbeendonatedto theprogram,includingpaddlesfromEngage,alongwithsafetyglassesandpickleballs.Thanksto1stStatePickleball,the courtsarebeingofferedfortheclinics.

Pickleballcanbeplayedwitharacket orpaddle,andinvolvestwoorfourplayers whohitaperforated,hollowplastic ballovera34-inch-highnet.Pointsare scoredwhenoneteamisunabletoreturn theballorcommitsaruleinfraction.

Morethan50millionpeopleplaythe sportindoorsandoutdoorsintheU.S.It wasinventedin1965asabackyardgame, onBainbridgeIslandinWashington.

Anglerssetfor‘world’slargest, richest’billfishtourney,inO.C.

ByJasonFeather StaffReporter

It’sariteofpassageeverysummeron Delmarvathatsomeimpressivelybig boatswithsomereallyexperiencedand skilledanglersridethewatersinto OceanCity,Md.,for“theworld’slargest andrichestbillfishtournament”—The WhiteMarlinOpen.The2025edition willbethe52ndannualfishingshowcase,andprizemoneyisexpectedto onceagainbethroughtheroof.

Inits51-yearhistory,theWhite MarlinOpenhasawardedmorethan $113millionforallvarietiesofgamefish that swiminandaroundthewatersnear OceanCity.Thefirsttournamentwas heldwaybackin1974andhadjust57 boatswith150anglers,whilepayingout just$20,000inprizemoney.

Lastyear’seventwasstillimpressive, despitethetroublesomeweather.All told,318totalboatswereenteredinto theWMO,withatotalof$8.59million inprizemoney.Thereweremorethan 3,000anglersthatparticipated,withthe topprizeof$3.7milliongoingtoVen PooleontheWasteKnotoutof Raleigh,N.C.,whoreeledina77.5poundwhitemarlin.Theheaviestfish lastyearwasthefirst-placebluemarlin fromLanceBlakemoreontheStone CutterfromSt.Augustine,Fla.That catchwas897.5poundsandworth $520,374.

Locally,IndianRiver-basedthe AmericanLadywasthewinningboatin thewahoodivision,withIanHorowitz reelinginthe70-poundfishgoodfor $66,094.PhilKeyoutofOceanCity,on theMooreBills,hadthesecond-place blue marlin,at894pounds,withaprize of$410,937.NoahVicker,another OceanCityangler,wonsecondplacein thewhitemarlindivision,catchinga 76-pounderontheBillfisher—acatch worth$1,797,119.

Therearetwodaysofin-personregistrationforthisyear’sevent,startingon Aug.2,andtwolocationsonthatdate forthoseparticipatingtoregister.The firstisatHarbourIslandMarinain OceanCity,from11a.m.to5p.m., whiletheotherisattheSouthJersey MarinainCapeMay,N.J.,from11a.m. to3p.m.OnAug.3,boatswillonlybe abletoregisteratHarbourIslandMarinafrom11a.m.to7p.m.,withthe Captain’sMeetingtakingplacevirtually ontheWMOFacebookpageandits website.

Forthosewhowanttopre-register, entriescanbemailedtotheofficeor faxedto(410)289-4490.Iffaxingtheir paperwork,registrantsshouldinclude thecreditcardtype,number,nameon card,expirationdate,verificationcode andcardbillingaddress.

The baseentryfeeis$1,400perboat onorbeforeJune1,or$1,700afterJune

1.Thereisnolimitonthenumberof anglersthatcanregisterwithaboat. Thatentryentitlestheanglerstocompeteforaguaranteed$50,000inprize money.Aftertheboatisofficiallyenteredinthetournament,theanglers havetheoptionofenteringtheirboatin theaddedskilllevels.Entryfeesforthe addedskilllevelswillbetakenattheinpersonregistrationonAug.2and3.

As inyearspast,anglerswillbeable tochoosethreedaysoutofthefive tournamentdaystogetoutonthewaterstogetwhattheyhopewillbetheir prize-winningcatch.Fishingbeginsat8 a.m.andcontinuesuntil3:30p.m. Weigh-inswilltakeplacedailyfrom4 to9:15p.m.atHarbourIslandMarina. MarlinFestisalsodailyfrom11a.m.to 9p.m.attheOceanCityInlet.This year’sawardsceremonywillbeheldon Aug.9from4to6p.m.attheOcean CityConventionCenter,locatedat 40th StreetinOceanCity.

Formoreinformation,checkoutthe WhiteMarlinOpenwebsiteat www.whitemarlinopen.com.

Whatdivisionwillyoubein?

Thereareacouplenewfeaturesfor thisyear,withdivisionsforoutboard andexpandedsmallboatsjoiningthe othersthathavebeenalreadybeena partofthetournament.

Accordingtothepublishedrulesfor theWMO,theminimum weights/lengthsthatmustbemetfora fishtoqualifyforprizemoneyand/or billfishpointsare:

•White Marlin,70poundsand70 inches.

•BlueMarlin,114inches,withno minimumweight.Tobeeligiblefor weighing,abluemarlinmustmeetthe minimumlengthof114inches.The winnerwillbedeterminedbyweight.

•Swordfish,60inches,withnominimumweight.Tobeeligibleforweighing,aswordfishmustmeetthe minimumlengthof60inches.Thewinnerwillbedeterminedbyweight.

•Tuna,50pounds.

•Dolphin,20pounds.

•Wahoo,40pounds.

Tobeeligibleforprizemoney,all fishmustmeettheminimumweights setbythetournament.Foracomplete rundownofalltherulesandregulations fortheWMO,aswellasabreakdown ofhowtheprizemoneyisdispersedfor theevent,visitthetournamentwebsite.

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OldeTymersSoftball Leaguecompetes inWeek5action

TheOldeTymersSoftballLeague wrappedupitsWeek5gameslastweek, involvingathletes60orolder.Games wereplayedonTuesday,June3,through Thursday,June5,attheChurchofGod fieldsneartheintersectionofRoutes 113and26inDagsboro.

Herearetheresultsfromgames playedonTuesday,June3:

•BeamConstruction4,Touchof Italy3

JimFogertysmackedatwooutdoubleinthefifthinningtogiveBeam Constructionthevictory.BobLaDuca hadarun-scoringdouble,andKeith AtkinsrippedtwohitsforTouchof Italy.

•B&ETireandAlignment14,AtlanticOrthopaedics11

B&ETire’sBillKylewent4-for-4, TomFaulknerwent3-for-4andGuy Drewiczmadeatremendouscatchat secondbase.

•DiamondbladeTileworks14,The OriginalGreeneTurtle8

•BeachDetailing5,LogoMotive3

•AmericanLegionPost2417, WSFSBank7

•CommunityBankDelaware10, EdwardJonesInvestments8

Herearetheresultsfromgames playedonWednesday,June4:

•CoastalChiropractic20,American LegionPost284

Thevictorsexplodedforfiverunsin thefirstandthirdinningstogaincontrolofthematchup.

•WSFSBank9,AtlanticOrthopaedics7

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SeeOLDETYMERSpage71 ticipating?

TheCoastalPointwantstoknow whichlocalanglersaregoingtobeenteringthisyear’sWhiteMarlinOpen. Wewanttotellyourstory.Howlong haveyoubeenfishing?Isthisyourfirst time?Ifnot,howmanytimeshaveyou participatedintheWMO?Whoare yoursponsors,ifyouhaveany?

Thereissomuchmorewecantalk about,tohelpourreadersgettoknow youandyourteam.ReachouttoJason Featherat jason.feather@coastalpoint.com,andwe cangettheboatmoving!

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ThenextthreeWhiteMarlinOpen dateshavealreadybeenset.The2026 showcasewilltakeplaceAug.3-7,with 2027’seventscheduledforAug.2-6, andAug.7-11arethedatesfor2028. Startmakingplansnow.

OldeTymers

WinningpitcherJackKowalskiand KrisKellereachwent3-for-3,while CraigConover,BobDeCataldoandsub RonDillardeachaddedtwohits.

•MillsboroLanes17,TownofSelbyville13

Inabattleofthebatsmen,thewinners’GarryManaraze,DaveRager, MikeWeingordandSewallMcCabe eachwent3-for-4.SubDonHillock was3-for-3,andJoeWroblewskiwas2for-2withawalk.Selbyville’sJim HalvorsenandRalphDaviseachwent 4-for-4,andRickDuncanwas3-for-3.

•BeamConstruction8,Community Bank Delaware7

ThevictorsstagedastunningcomebackledbyKammLodge’shittingand threerunsscored.HowardPapermade akeydefensiveplayinsupportofwinningpitcherJohnSmart.

Herearetheresultsfromgames playedonThursday,June5:

•B&ETireandAlignment10, AmericanLegionPost286

Gooddefensehighlightedbyan unassisteddoubleplaybyKeithPurdy atfirstbasehelpedB&Erecordthewin. DaveJanuchowskihadtwoclutchhits anddroveinfour,andChuckKing, Keith Purdy,BobSchnurandNorm Needleeachhadtwohits.

•TouchofItaly9,LogoMotive6

Thewinnerssnappedafour-game losingstreakthankstotimelyoffense suppliedbyHerbSutcliffeandRob Thornton.RoyCarpentersparkledon defense.

•EdwardJonesInvestments18,DiamondbladeTileworks8

Thewinnersscoredfiverunsinthe sixthandthreeintheseventh.Defensively,FrankEdwardsmadeseveraloutstandingplays,whiletheoffensive featuredathree-runhomerbyKevin Robbins. FrankEdwards,DaveBoyajian,JohnMontague,TomFaulknerand MikeSchwartzeachaddedthreehits. ForDiamondbladeTileworks,Jack Zornes,RichBurke,JeffKitchenand GradyMeredithledtheoffense.

•CoastalChiropractic9,Millsboro Lanes3

Thewinners’offensewaspacedby LouFrederico,VinceDaley,Russ Bowen,FrankSorbera,GeorgeFitch andRobertGano.DennisAyresadded ahomerun,RobertGanoprovided greatdefenseinrightfield,andpitcher Mike Waldnerheldhisopponentsto onerunoverthefirstsixinnings.MillsboroLanes’SewallMcCabewent3-for3,andSteveDiLouieaddedtwohits.

•TownofSelbyville14,TheOriginal GreeneTurtle7

•AmericanLegionPost2410, BeachDetailing9

Theleaguewillcontinuetoaccept newplayerregistrationsthroughoutthe season.Formoreinformation,visitthe OTSwebsiteathttps://www.teampages.com/leagues/118816.

IndiansgarnerAll-Statehonorsforthespringseason

ByJasonFeather StaffReporter

Aswecontinuetolookatthepostseasonaccoladesthathavecomeinfor theIndianRiverHighSchoolstudentathletesforthespring2025season,we turnourattentiontotheAll-StatehonorsthatseveralIndianshaveearnedfor theirperformances.

Softball

Apairofseniorshighlightedthe All-StateselectionsfortheIRsoftball team.ShortstopSophieScurciwas namedtotheFirstTeamasanat-large selection.SecondbasemanJillianCoulbourngarneredSecondTeamhonors. Bothrecentlyparticipatedinthe2025 Blue-GoldSeniorSoftballShowcase gameheldatRedLionChristianAcademy.

Scurci,theNCAADivisionIUniversityofRhodeIslandcommit,batted .455thisseasonwithanon-basepercentageof.517foranOPSof1.387, whichwasamongsomeofthebestin thestate.Ofher35hits,shehadfour doubles,fivetriplesandsixhomeruns with21RBIs,whilealsoscoringa team-best28runs,includingeight stolen bases.

Coulbournwasalsooneofthetop

Left,IR’sSophieScurci,middle,ChloeHarris,andright,ZachHirn,wereallnamedtotheAll-Stateteam.

batsontheIRsquadthisseason,witha team-leading18RBIsandateam-leadingsixdoubles,andshealsohadahome run.Overall,shebatted.362ontheseasonwitha.438on-basepercentagefora .930OPS,andscored11runs.Most impressivewasthefactthatshestruck

outjustonceinher81plateappearancesoverthecourseofthe20games. Shewillbematriculatingandplayingat Goldey-BeacomCollegebeginningthis fall.

Girls’lacrosse SophomoreChloeHarriswasnamed anAll-Statehonorablemention,aswell

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asanAcademicAll-AmericanbyUSA Lacrosse,forthe2025season.AUSA LacrosseAll-Academichonoreedefined asisaplayerwhoexhibitsexemplary lacrosseskills,goodsportsmanshipon thefield,andrepresentshighstandards ofacademicachievementintheclassroom.

Harriswasexcellentfromstartto finishfortheIndiansthispastseasonas anattack/midfielder.Shescored79 goalstogoalongwith40assists,fora totalof119points.Injusttwoseasons,

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tion(SCLA)whocollectivelyprovided aperformancefortheagesandmade history.

Woodardgarneredthesecond-highestpointtotal,60.5,helpingtheSCLA dramaticallyandenthusiasticallywin theUnitedStatesLifesavingAssociation(USLA)NationalLifeguard Championshipforthefirsttimeever,in

Harrishasscored119goals,while recording56assists.Shehasamassed 175pointsacrossthetwoseasons.

Girls’soccer

AvaQuetschenbachwasaninvaluableassettotheIRgirls’soccerteam onthepitchasthecenter-mid.The seniorwasintegralincontrollingthe paceofthegameanddistributingthe ball,whilecontributingtobothdefensiveandoffensiveplay.Shescored threegoalsandhadanassistaswell forsevenpoints,buthereffectiveness couldnotbemeasuredinthosetypes ofnumbers.Quetschenbachwasa

SouthPadreIsland,Texas,onAug.6-9. Asanathleteandalifeguard, Woodardsaidheisappreciativeofhis sisterKenleyforhavingaprofoundimpactonhiscareeratthebeachandin the surf.

“ThebiggestcontributortomysuccessismysisterKinley,whohasbeen thebestbigsisteranysiblingcouldask for,”hesaid.“Shestartedlifeguarding whenshewas16,andIinstantlyknewI wantedtofollowinherfootsteps.She hasbeenarolemodelandheroofmine.

trueleaderonandoffthefieldforIR in2025.

Baseball

TheawardskeepcomingforIR’s DylanGriseasthejuniorwasnamedto theSecondTeamAll-Stateasapitcher andthirdbaseman.Hewasoneofjust twoDelawareplayersnamedtotheAllStateteamstwice,withtheotherbeing Sanford’sAlexGannon,whowasan honorablementionasapitcherandoutfielder.

SeniorJackCappowasalsonamed totheAll-Stateteamasanhonorable mentionatsecondbase.

Evenbeforeshestartedlifeguarding,we grewupinandonthewater.Whatever shewasdoing,sheletmetagalongwith her.Noonehashadasbigofanimpact onmylifeasmysister.She’soneofmy best friends,andI’mherbiggestfan.”

Boys’volleyball

ZachHirnwasajunioratIRthis seasonandledtheteamtoa9-6overall record.TheIndiansqualifiedforthe DIAAstateplayoffs,anddrewthetop seed—andeventualstatechampion— Salesianumintheopeningroundofthe postseasontournament.Hirnwasalso namedtoAcademicAll-Conference andserved98percent,withmorethan 360assists,in2025.Hewasselectedto theThirdTeamAll-Stateforthisseason,aswellasduringhissophomore seasonin2024.

Woodard’sshort-termgoalsareto earnanassociate’sdegree,surffrequentlyandexcelasalifesaver.His long-termgoalsaretotravelandbecomeabetterwaterman,tosurfandto competeinlifeguardcompetitions.

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OFFICE OF REGISTER OF WILLS OF SUSSEX COUNTY STATE OF DELAWARE PO BOX 743; GEORGETOWN, DE 19947 (302)855-7875

Estate of John T. Timmons, Deceased.

Notice is hereby given that Letters of Administration upon the estate of John T. Timmons who departed this life on April 16, 2025, late of Bethany Beach, DE were duly granted unto Emily K. Timmons on May 20, 2025 and all persons indebted to the said deceased are required to make payments to the said Administrator without delay, and all persons having demands against the deceased are required to exhibit and present the same duly probated to the said Administrator on or before December 16, 2025 or abide by the law in this behalf.

Administrator:

Emily K. Timmons 30774 Pine Ridge Rd., Millsboro, DE 19966

Gregory Fuller, Sr., Register of Wills

ATTORNEY:

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By virtue of a writ of Levari Facias, to me directed, will be exposed to Public sale on: Tuesday, 17th day of June, 2025 At 9:30 AM & Thereafter

At the Sussex County Sheriff's Office, West Complex, 22215 DuPont Boulevard, Georgetown, Delaware, Georgetown Hundred, Sussex County, State of Delaware, the following described real estate to wit:

Tax Parcel:134-23.16-6.02

Property Address: 900A SOUTH SCHULTZ ROAD, Fenwick Island, DE 19944

Registration is required for all bidders prior to sale. A $4,000.00 deposit (Cash or Cashiers/certified check payable to Sheriff of Sussex County) and valid driver’s license or photo I.D. are required to register.

TERMS: 20 percent of the purchase money will be demanded on day of sale (The $4,000.00 Bidder Registration Fee will be credited to the 20% deposit). Cash or Cashier's Check is required. The balance is to be paid on or before 7/21/25. Sale subject to confirmation by the Superior Court on 7/25/25; subject to a 2 1/2 percent Delaware Realty Transfer Tax; 1 1/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 1 1/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser; and subject to 1 1/2 percent Sussex County Realty Tax, 3/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 3/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser. Any further Transfer Tax is the responsibility of the Purchaser. The Purchaser will be required to pay the cost of the deed. If the Purchaser fails to comply with these terms the percentum paid at the time of sale will be forfeited. Please make checks payable to: Sheriff of Sussex County.

Seized and taken in execution the property of PHXONE, LLC; PHOENIX RHCS HOLDINGS, LLC; CHRISTOPHER A. SELZER & ROBERT HOUSER (3) and will be sold by Robert T. Lee, Sheriff

OFFICE OF REGISTER OF WILLS OF SUSSEX COUNTY STATE OF DELAWARE PO BOX 743; GEORGETOWN, DE 19947 (302)855-7875

Estate of Carolyn A. Coyle, Deceased.

Notice is hereby given that Letters of Testamentary upon the estate of Carolyn A. Coyle who departed this life on January 7, 2025, late of Dagsboro, DE were duly granted unto Kenneth G. Coyle on May 20, 2025 and all persons indebted to the said deceased are required to make payments to the said Executor without delay, and all persons having demands against the deceased are required to exhibit and present the same duly probated to the said Executor on or before September 7, 2025 or abide by the law in this behalf.

Executor:

Kenneth G. Coyle 35126 Seagrass Plantation Ln., Dagsboro, DE 19939

Gregory Fuller, Sr., Register of Wills

ATTORNEY:

Manaen S. Robinson, IV, Esq. 118 Atlantic Ave.; Suite 401 Ocean View, DE 19970

CP 20250530 3T

NOTICE FOR PUBLICATION

To Whom it May Concern:

This is to advise that Beth Hudson VanSciver of 2 Dunes Terrace, Lewes, of Sussex County, Delaware, will be filing with the Prothonotary in and for Sussex County, State of Delaware, an application for a License to Carry a Concealed Deadly Weapon, according to the laws of the State of Delaware.

CP 20250613 1T

SHERIFF SALE

By virtue of a writ of Levari Facias, to me directed, will be exposed to Public sale on: Tuesday, 17th day of June, 2025 At 9:30 AM & Thereafter

At the Sussex County Sheriff's Office, West Complex, 22215 DuPont Boulevard, Georgetown, Delaware, Georgetown Hundred, Sussex County, State of Delaware, the following described real estate to wit:

Tax Parcel:133-16.00-31.00

Property Address: 525 WEST DUPONT HIGHWAY N/K/A 28339 DUPONT BOULEVARD, Millsboro, DE 19966

Registration is required for all bidders prior to sale. A $4,000.00 deposit (Cash or Cashiers/certified check payable to Sheriff of Sussex County) and valid driver’s license or photo I.D. are required to register.

TERMS: 20 percent of the purchase money will be demanded on day of sale (The $4,000.00 Bidder Registration Fee will be credited to the 20% deposit). Cash or Cashier's Check is required. The balance is to be paid on or before 7/21/25. Sale subject to confirmation by the Superior Court on 7/25/25; subject to a 2 1/2 percent Delaware Realty Transfer Tax; 1 1/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 1 1/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser; and subject to 1 1/2 percent Sussex County Realty Tax, 3/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 3/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser. Any further Transfer Tax is the responsibility of the Purchaser. The Purchaser will be required to pay the cost of the deed. If the Purchaser fails to comply with these terms the percentum paid at the time of sale will be forfeited. Please make checks payable to: Sheriff of Sussex County.

Seized and taken in execution the property of KASHER E. GULAB & NOSHABA N. GULAB N/K/A NOSHABA N. CAREY (9) and will be sold by Robert T. Lee, Sheriff

SHERIFF SALE

By virtue of a writ of Levari Facias, to me directed, will be exposed to Public sale on: Tuesday, 17th day of June, 2025

At 9:30 AM & Thereafter

At the Sussex County Sheriff's Office, West Complex, 22215 DuPont Boulevard, Georgetown, Delaware, Georgetown Hundred, Sussex County, State of Delaware, the following described real estate to wit:

Tax Parcel:231-15.00-4.12

Property Address: 17473 DAVIS ROAD, Georgetown, DE 19947

Registration is required for all bidders prior to sale. A $4,000.00 deposit (Cash or Cashiers/certified check payable to Sheriff of Sussex County) and valid driver’s license or photo I.D. are required to register.

TERMS: 20 percent of the purchase money will be demanded on day of sale (The $4,000.00 Bidder Registration Fee will be credited to the 20% deposit). Cash or Cashier's Check is required. The balance is to be paid on or before 7/21/25. Sale subject to confirmation by the Superior Court on 7/25/25; subject to a 2 1/2 percent Delaware Realty Transfer Tax; 1 1/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 1 1/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser; and subject to 1 1/2 percent Sussex County Realty Tax, 3/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 3/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser. Any further Transfer Tax is the responsibility of the Purchaser. The Purchaser will be required to pay the cost of the deed. If the Purchaser fails to comply with these terms the percentum paid at the time of sale will be forfeited. Please make checks payable to: Sheriff of Sussex County.

Seized and taken in execution the property of WILLIAM BISHOP, AS HEIR AND PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE OF THE ESTATE OF CONNIE S. BISHOP A/K/A CONNIE SUE BISHOP & AMY GRIFFIN (HEIR) (10) and will be sold by Robert T. Lee, Sheriff

CP 20250606 2T

Town of Fenwick Island Voter Registration Reminder

Voter Registration Deadline – June 30, 2025, by 4:30 PM Election Day – August 2, 2025, from 1:00 – 5:00 pm at Fenwick Island Town Hall, 800 Coastal Hwy. Fenwick Island, DE 19944

Who Can Register:

U.S. citizens living in Fenwick Island.

OFFICE OF REGISTER OF WILLS OF SUSSEX COUNTY STATE OF DELAWARE PO BOX 743; GEORGETOWN, DE 19947 (302)855-7875

Estate of Keith Allen Megee, Deceased.

Notice is hereby given that Letters of Testamentary upon the estate of Keith Allen Megee who departed this life on April 30, 2025, late of Ocean View, DE were duly granted unto Lisa L. Hudson on June 5, 2025 and all persons indebted to the said deceased are required to make payments to the said Executor without delay, and all persons having demands against the deceased are required to exhibit and present the same duly probated to the said Executor on or before December 30, 2025 or abide by the law in this behalf.

Administrator: Lisa L. Hudson 500 Blackfoot Town St., Dagsboro, DE 19939

ATTORNEY: Parsons & Robinson, P.A. 118 Atlantic Ave.; Suite 401 Ocean View, DE 19970

SHERIFF SALE

By virtue of a writ of Levari Facias, to me directed, will be exposed to Public sale on: Tuesday, 17th day of June, 2025 At 9:30 AM & Thereafter

At the Sussex County Sheriff's Office, West Complex, 22215 DuPont Boulevard, Georgetown, Delaware, Georgetown Hundred, Sussex County, State of Delaware, the following described real estate to wit:

Tax Parcel:233-11.14-1.00

Property Address: 32091 HAZZARD STREET, Dagsboro, DE 19939

Registration is required for all bidders prior to sale. A $4,000.00 deposit (Cash or Cashiers/certified check payable to Sheriff of Sussex County) and valid driver’s license or photo I.D. are required to register.

TERMS: 20 percent of the purchase money will be demanded on day of sale (The $4,000.00 Bidder Registration Fee will be credited to the 20% deposit). Cash or Cashier's Check is required. The balance is to be paid on or before 7/21/25. Sale subject to confirmation by the Superior Court on 7/25/25; subject to a 2 1/2 percent Delaware Realty Transfer Tax; 1 1/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 1 1/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser; and subject to 1 1/2 percent Sussex County Realty Tax, 3/4 percent to be paid by the Seller and 3/4 percent to be paid by the Purchaser. Any further Transfer Tax is the responsibility of the Purchaser. The Purchaser will be required to pay the cost of the deed. If the Purchaser fails to comply with these terms the percentum paid at the time of sale will be forfeited. Please make checks payable to: Sheriff of Sussex County.

Seized and taken in execution the property of NATASHA LAJEUNESSE A/K/A NATASHA MARIE LAJEUNESSE (11) and will be sold by Robert T. Lee, Sheriff

CP 20250606 2T

Anyone otherwise qualified who will be 18 years old by Election Day. Any property owner as of March 1, 2025.

How to Register:

Complete the Voter Registration Form which can be found on the town website fenwickisland.delaware.gov or stop in Town Hall. Necessary proof of identification must be submitted along with application. Contact the Town Clerk at, 800 Coastal Hwy. Fenwick Island, DE 19944 or call 302-539-3011 for further information.

CP 20250613 1T

OFFICE OF REGISTER OF WILLS OF SUSSEX COUNTY STATE OF DELAWARE PO BOX 743; GEORGETOWN, DE 19947 (302)855-7875

Estate of Sebastian J. Petruzzello, Deceased.

Notice is hereby given that Letters of Testamentary upon the estate of Sebastian J. Petruzzello who departed this life on February 8, 2025, late of Dagsboro, DE were duly granted unto Carolyn A. Petruzzello on June 5, 2025 and all persons indebted to the said deceased are required to make payments to the said Executor without delay, and all persons having demands against the deceased are required to exhibit and present the same duly probated to the said Executor on or before October 8, 2025 or abide by the law in this behalf.

Administrator: Carolyn A. Petruzzello 34341 Indian River Dr., Dagsboro, DE 19939

ATTORNEY: Parsons & Robinson, P.A. 118 Atlantic Ave.; Suite 401 Ocean View, DE 19970

Gregory Fuller, Sr., Register of Wills CP 20250613 3T

We are pleased to present this year's Annual Water Quality Report (Consumer Confidence Report) as required by the Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA). This report is designed to provide details about where your water comes from, what it contains, and how it compares to standards set by regulatory agencies. This report is a snapshot of last year's water quality. We are committed to providing you with this information because informed customers are our best allies..

Spanish (Espanol): Este informe contiene informacion muy importante sobre la calidad de su agua beber. Traduscalo o hable con alguien que lo entienda bien.

Do I need to take special precautions?

Some people may be more vulnerable to contaminants in drinking water than the general population. Immuno-compromised persons such as persons with cancer undergoing chemotherapy, persons who have undergone organ transplants, people with HIV/AIDS or other immune system disorders, some elderly, and infants can be particularly at risk from infections. These people should seek advice about drinking water from their health care providers. EPA/Centers for Disease Control (CDC) guidelines on appropriate means to lessen the risk of infection by Cryptosporidium and other microbial contaminants are available from the Safe Water Drinking Hotline (800-4264791).

Where does my water come from?

Your water is groundwater that comes from the unconfined Columbia Group – Pocomoke aquifer.

Source water assessment and availability

Our source water assessment is available through: http://delawaresourcewater.org/assessments/

The Source Water Assessment’s Summary of Our System’s Susceptibility to Contamination Selbyville Water Department is exceedingly susceptible to petroleum hydrocarbons and metals. It has very high susceptibility to nutrients and a high susceptibility to pathogens, pesticides, PCBs, other organic compounds, and other inorganic compounds.

Why are there contaminants in my drinking water?

Drinking water, including bottled water, may reasonably be expected to contain at least small amounts of some contaminants. The presence of contaminants does not necessarily indicate that water poses a health risk. More information about contaminants and potential health effects can be obtained by calling the Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) Safe Drinking Water Hotline, 800426-4791.

2025 Water Quality Report

Town of Selbyville

6 Railroad Ave., Selbyville, DE 19975

PWS ID# DE0000654

May 22, 2025

The sources of drinking water, both tap water and bottled water, include rivers, lakes, streams, ponds, reservoirs, springs, and wells. As water travels over the surface of the land or through the ground, it dissolves naturally occurring minerals and, in some cases, radioactive material, and can pick up substances resulting from the presence of animals or from human activity. In order to ensure that tap water is safe to drink, EPA prescribes regulations that limit the amount of certain contaminants in water provided by public water systems. Food and Drug Administration regulations establish limits for contaminants in bottled water which must provide the same protection for public health.

Contaminants that may be present in source water include:

• Microbial contaminants, such as viruses and bacteria, which may come from sewage treatment plants, septic systems, agricultural livestock operations, and wildlife.

• Inorganic contaminants, such as salts and metals, which can be naturally occurring or result from urban stormwater runoff, industrial or domestic wastewater discharges, oil and gas production, mining, or farming.

• Pesticides and herbicides, which may come from a variety of sources such as agriculture, urban stormwater runoff, and residential uses.

• Organic chemical contaminants, including synthetic and volatile organic chemicals, which are byproducts of industrial processes and petroleum production, and can also come from gas stations, urban stormwater runoff, and septic systems.

• Radioactive contaminants, which can be naturally-occurring or be the result of oil and gas production and mining activities.

How can I get involved?

If you have any questions about this report or concerning your water utility, please call (302) 8530855. We hold regularly scheduled monthly meetings the first Monday of each month at the Selbyville Town Hall, 1 W. Church St., Selbyville, DE 19975. We want our valued customers to be informed about their water utility.

Additional information about lead

If present, elevated levels of lead can cause serious health problems, especially for pregnant women and young children. Lead in drinking water is primarily from materials and components associated with service lines and home plumbing. Selbyville Water Department is responsible for providing high quality drinking water, but cannot control the variety of materials used in plumbing components. When your water has been sitting for

several hours, you can minimize the potential for lead exposure by flushing your tap for 30 seconds to 2 minutes before using water for drinking or cooking. If you are concerned about lead in your water, you may wish to have your water tested. Information on lead in drinking water, testing methods, and steps you can take to minimize exposure is available from the Safe Drinking Water Hotline or at: http://www.epa.gov/safewater/lead

Information on the Lead Service Line Inventory:

Selbyville Water Department has completed a water service line inventory to be in compliance with federal law. To access the water service line inventory follow this link: (https://dhss.120waterptd.com/) then enter an address in the search bar.

For more information, contact:

Kevin

Murray

1 W. Church St. Selbyville, DE 19975 (302) 853-0855

Water Quality Data Tables

In order to ensure that tap water is safe to drink, EPA prescribes regulations which limit the amount of contaminants in water provided by public water systems. The table below lists all of the drinking water contaminants that we detected during the calendar year of this report. Although many more contaminants were tested, only those substances listed below were found in your water. All sources of drinking water contain some naturally occurring contaminants. At low levels, these substances are generally not harmful in our drinking water. Removing all contaminants would be extremely expensive, and in most cases, would not provide increased protection of public health. A few naturally occurring minerals may actually improve the taste of drinking water and have nutritional value at low levels. Unless otherwise noted, the data presented in this table is from testing done in the calendar year of the report. The EPA or the State requires us to monitor for certain contaminants less than once per year because the concentrations of these contaminants do not vary significantly from year to year, or the system is not considered vulnerable to this type of contamination. As such, some of our data, though representative, may be more than one year old. In this table you will find terms and abbreviations that might not be familiar to you. To help you better understand these terms, we have provided the definitions in the tables below.

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Important Drinking Water Definitions

MCLG: Maximum Contaminant Level Goal: The level of a contaminant in drinking water below which there is no known or expected risk to health. MCLGs allow for a margin of safety.

MCL: Maximum Contaminant Level: The highest level of a contaminant that is allowed in drinking water. MCLs are set as close to the MCLGs as feasible using the best available treatment technology.

SMCL: Suggested Maximum Contaminant Level for aesthetic contaminants.

TT: Treatment Technique: A required process intended to reduce the level of a contaminant in drinking water.

Unit Descriptions

Term Definition

ppm parts per million, or milligrams per liter (mg/L)

ppb parts per billion, or micrograms per liter (ug/L)

NA not applicable

ND not detected

NR Monitoring not required, but recommended

AL: Action Level: The concentration of a contaminant which, if exceeded, triggers treatment or other requirements which a water system must follow.

MRDLG: Maximum residual disinfection level goal. The level of a drinking water disinfectant below which there is no known or expected risk to health. MRDLGs do not reflect the benefits of the use of disinfectants to control microbial contaminants.

MRDL: Maximum residual disinfectant level. The highest level of a disinfectant allowed in drinking water. There is convincing evidence that addition of a disinfectant is necessary for control of microbial contaminants.

Table of Regulated Contaminants Utilizing 2024 Test Results

We, at Selbyville Water Department, work around the clock to provide top quality water to every tap. We ask that all our customers help us protect our water sources which are the heart of our community, our way of life, and our children’s future.

TOWN OF FENWICK ISLAND 800 COASTAL HIGHWAY

ISLAND, DE 19944

ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS

The work involves the furnishing of all labor, transportation, tools, supplies and equipment necessary to install the identified channel markers and removal of six unnecessary channel markers for two recently dredged channels in Little Assawoman Bay near the Incorporated Town of Fenwick Island.

Interested Contractors may obtain an electronic copy of the Contract Documents during normal business hours by contacting William Rymer, Town Council Treasurer, at phone, 302-539-3011, or email brymer@fenwickislandde.gov. A copy of the bid documents will be emailed to interested parties.

A pre-bid meeting will be held on Wednesday, June 18, 2025 1:00 PM local

Erosion of natural deposits; leaching from wood preservatives; corrosion of household plumbing system.

Erosion of natural deposits; Water additive which promotes strong teeth; Discharge from fertilizer and aluminum factories

Runoff from fertilizer use; Leaching from septic tanks, sewage; Erosion of natural deposits

This CCR Report was prepared in collaboration with Delaware Rural Water Association and Selbyville Water Department. CP 20250613

time, at the Office of the Town Manager, Fenwick Island Town Hall. Attendance at this meeting is recommended for all prospective bidders.

Sealed bids for the Town of Fenwick Island, 2025 Channel Markers Project, Project Number 202501 will be received by the Town Council Treasurer of Fenwick Island until 11:00 a.m., local time, on Wednesday, July 2, 2025, at the Office of the Town Council Treasurer, Town Hall, 800 Coastal Highway, Fenwick Island, Delaware 19944, at which time they will be opened, read, and recorded. Bids shall be submitted in a sealed envelope and shall be marked clearly as follows: Proposal for Fenwick Island, 2025 Channel Markers Project (Project No. 2025-01).

The Town of Fenwick Island reserves the right to reject any or all bids, and make such award as appears most advantageous to the Town. The Town of Fenwick Island is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

FULL SIZED CAROUSEL GIRAFFE Mint condition. Inquire for photos. 410-491-0409

ANTIQUE JEWELRY CABI-

NET 3ft high with ring & earring drawers. Like New $80. 302-579-0026

NORITAKE CHINA 8 settings, Melissa pattern. $45.00 302-537-6353

BABY BUGGIES Over 100 years old. Perfect Condition. Call for details. Best offer 610-506-9179

DISHES IMPORTED FROM Germany. Setting for 12, never used $80 302-579-0026

DOLLS FROM THE 40S & 50S. Good condition. and doll accessories. Call for details. Best Offer. 610-506-9179

EXPERIENCED MATH

TEACHER looking for students to tutor. Specializing in middle school math and HS algebra. Call or text: 908-319-7265

boards to drive student success

Has deep connections in their local education or civic community

Knows how to build relationships, inspire trust, and turn big ideas into action

Must live in Kent or Sussex County. Bilingual candidates encouraged to apply. Flexible hours.

To learn more or apply please email: julia@firststateeducate.org

KITCHEN ASSISTANT PART-TIME

Seaside Jewish Community is hiring a Kitchen Assistant for Friday nights and Saturdays to assist with food setup, light prep, beverage service, and cleanup. Must be organized, reliable, and able to work independently. Some lifting required. No heavy cooking involved. Hourly wage based on experience.

To apply: Contact Dill Patz at dillpatz@msn.com

SUSSEX COUNTY HABITAT

FOR HUMANITY RESTORE

accepts donations of working appliances 10 years old or less for families in need.

302-855-1156

WHIRLPOOL DUET DRYER

Gray, with transition vent included. $80 302-249-3845

OSTER FOOD PROCESSOR

2 in 1 salad prep and food processor. Shreds, slices, puree, chop. New in box $75 301-875-7061

DASH CHEF SERIES digital Blender. Includes instruction manual and recipe guide. Still in box $150 301-875-7061

2012 FORD FIESTA

97K miles new Battery, recent Oil Change. Good daily driver, minor body damage. $3,500l 302-362-0523

2014 JEEP WRANGLER

72k miles, 3.6L, new brakes. Great shape! Asking $15k. Call

302-853-2728

1937 PLYMOUTH

Has a Chevrolet Engine. Asking $30k OBO

302-893-0499

CLASSIC 1999 BEACH

JEEP WRANGLER

Good Tires, Rims, 6cyl, and custom Raptor paint inside & out. Runs & looks Great! An Awesome Toy for only $5,900! 302-236-6215

SET OF 4 18” X 7”Polished grey pocket aluminim rims. $125 302-200-9350 please leave message.

DONATE YOUR

CAR/TRUCK/RV - Lutheran Mission Society of MD Compassion Place min3istries help local families with food, clothing, counseling. Tax deductible. MVA licensed #W1044. 410-228-8437 www.CompassionPlace.org

4-DIGIT DELAWARE

LIVE/ACTIVE trailer tags. Good dates. T5083, T7394 “7/3/94” T8697 “08/06/97” T9685 “09/06/85” Your Choice $650 each 302-542-9500

THULE ROOF BOX with adjustable rails 36”x78” with keys $425 845-542-1838

2017 CHEVROLET MALIBU all-weather front oor liners. Fit 2017-2020. Like new. $50 914-275-8938

DE LICENSE PLATE Stainless Steel with Rivets. Non Active. Collectors Item. $300 302-745-4122

BRAND NEW TOYOTA RAV 4 all weather mats for front seat, rear seat, and cargo area. $250 609-247-3649

SHURFLO PORTABLE oil

change system with 3.5 gallon storage container. 12 volt

DC. Like new, asking $100 914-275-8938

1988 16FT PRO BASS TRACKER

Boat with trailer, life jackets, and trolling motor.

$3,200. Call 302-539-8870 and leave message.

“PELICAN” KAYAK

10’ Sit-In Very Good Condition. $60 OBO 302-537-3880 2019 YAMAHA

WAVERUNNER EX SPORT

50hrs, Lifejackets, cover, & trailer included. Good Condition $7500 717-554-7184 2001 SEA-DOO UTOPIA 19 with trailer. Very good condition and perfect for the bay. Call or text 610-657-4581 $5000 obo FISHING EQUIPMENT

Assorted rods with reels for surf and boating $10-25 each.Hand made large wooden sign saying “The Boat House” $20 . Call or text 302-217-8089

POWERWINCH MODEL

AP1500 (remote control) 12volt rated 5k lbs, for boats up to 22ft $80

302-542-9500

BOAT WHIPS 8ft $100. Fly Rod $17

302-436-9005

PERSON KAYAK $80. 302-541-4547

LOADRITE GALVANIZED 1989 BOAT TRAILER. (had 20ft boat) 24 rollers, 3,680lb GVWR. $500 302-542-9500

MARINE FUEL TANK

Moeller 18gal model # FT1849 Below deck 22”x16”x14”tall. Cost $400 selling at $160 302-542-9500

MARINE GAS TANKS

Portable above deck. Like new includes ttings , 6gallon $50 & 3gal $40 302-542-9500

LEAD SINKERS

Bank, Pyramid, Hatteras, Trolling, Bell, Egg, Coin, etc. From 1oz up to 12oz. 25cents an ounce. Mix-N-Match. Also Jigs & Bucktails. 302-542-9500

NISSAN 9.8 HP BOAT

MOTOR low hours excellent condition $575 OBO. 302-668-8752

FISHING GEAR. Surf, Trolling, and Boat Rods. Landing nets, cast nets, and lures. Contact Ted 302-539-8053 or 302-547-4348

40 INCH SONY HDTV with stand. Excellent Condition $50.302-436-5836

SAMSUNG GALAXY S23 FE 1yr old. New in Box with Red case and everything included. $250 302-436-9133

32IN SHARP HDTV with remote $50. 443-373-1550

SPIRE MEMORY BANK for iPad $20. 302-743-1903

50” PANASONIC HDTV $35, 42” Vizio HDTV $25. Text 301-526-0624

FREE! LARGE DISPLAY

CABINET Framed Glass

Doors with top light and bottom storage. New Condition . 302-579-0026

FREE! TPatio Furniture. 6 chairs with coushions. Small storage cabinet and BBQ 732-910-0505

FREE DIRT! Community in Ocean View has 2,500 cubic yards of borrow soils from stormwater ponds. If interested, call Dennis at 203-644-4528

KING & QUEEN

Headboard $30 each 302-229-7898

TV CABINET $40

302-229-7898

STURDY BED RAIL $10 Leave message 302-539-5209

OUTDOOR BISTRO SET $40 443-763-1378

HERNDON CHINA CABINET Four Centuries style dark wood cabinet with mesh doors and 3 glass shelves. Additional storage underneath. 77"h x 39"w $250.00 Inquire for pics 209-890-0634

DINING ROOM TABLE 4 chairs, maple nish $150 302-362-3687

PAINTED WHITE WOODEN ROCKER Aprox 24”w x 43”h. Pick up only $25 609-247-3649

LIKE NEW “BAHAMA” DINING Room table and 6 chairs. 78x44. Glass top with inlaid wood, includes 18” leaf. $250 OBO 571-216-2242

1 WICKER CABINET with storage drawers/shelves, 46’W X 15”D X 34”H excellent cond. $70 Ocean View. Inquire for pictures 717-521-7955

PATIO CHAIRS Great condition! White & Blue $15 each. Brown & Blue $10 each. 757-810-8782

RATTAN KITCHEN SET with 4 chairs and 54" glass top. Looks like new, only used a few times. $1400 new asking $400 Call 410-430-9402

CHERRY CHEST OF Drawers, and Mirror. Solid wood, cherry nish. Great condition. $50 302-229-7898

2 COUNTER HEIGHT BAR

STOOLS 26 1/2 high, brushed nickel back with cream leather seats. $100.00 302-545-9812

HEAT N GLO FIREPLACE

Insert, like new $300 410-598-1161

2 SAFETY GLASS Game/Meal Tables, ea 42” square, plus 6 fabric chairs. $100 Ocean View. Inquire for pictures 717-521-7955

WHITE SINGLE OVER DOUBLE bunk bed; very sturdy, excellent condition; includFing bunkie board and mattresses. $325. Selbyville area. 717-576-6293

PATIO FURNITURE.

Loveseat & Cushions $75 Selbyville 410-688-5483

WING CHAIR brand new (doesn't t in my small room), yellow with green/raspberry stripes, $150 (paid $450 from CE Furniture), near Millville. Call/text for pics: 302.278.3993

OUTDOOR FURNITURE. 2 Chairs with cushions & foot stools with matching glass top coffee table. $400 302-663-9326

LEATHER RECLINER with Ottoman. Recliner; 32”w x 37”h. Ottoman: 21” x 17” x 16”h. Circular wood base. 1$140 302-537-5148

2013 JOHN DEERE X310 Lawn Tractor. 194hrs. Well maintained. 8 cubic yard cart & rear leaf bagger attachments included. $1,200. Ocean View 262-939-2755

WORX CORDED LEAF BLOWER Mod WG520 $15 Call or text 603-205-2909

BLACK&DECKER 17in Corded Hedge Trimmer, Mod BEHT150 $10 Call or text 603-205-2909

16-32’ EXTENSION LADDER $45. Leave Message 302-539-5209

24’ LADDER. FIBERGLASS with 300lb rating. New $389 and selling for $100. Must leave message 410-939-7714

2 CRAFTSMAN GARDEN

TILLERS 2HP $60 & 6HP $150. 410-299-1581

GREEN WORKS 2000 PSI1.2gpm Pressure Washer. Like New $199 302-436-9133

HUSQVARNA LEAF BLOWER

Model 225 HBV w/owners manual. Sold as is. $35 OBO. Please call 302-855-0631 Leave message and phone number

18X36 CRAFTSMAN lawn roller $150 410-299-1581

HUSQVARNA 48” RIDING

Lawnmower. Like New, Runs Great $400 443-397-3377 Ask for Mike

RYOBI 16 inch 40 volt Lawnmower $100 OBO 410-726-8099

RIDGID 12inch Sliding Compound Mitre Saw w/ stand cart $200 OBO 410-726-8099

JOHN DEERE Tractor/Lawnmower. 36” cut, 19 Fhorsepower. Like New. $900 rm 302-396-5450

CRAFTSMAN 30” bow saw $25. (2) 20 in. bow saws $15 each 302-537-7348

GARDEN GROOM 3 in 1

Hedge Trimmer, $50 OBO 609-247-3649

55 GALLON BARRELS Metal or plastic with or without lids. For burning, storage, oating docks, rain barrel, live bait, ush tank, planters/pots etc Starting at $35 302-542-9500

“BILLYGOAT” LAWN VACUUM Excellent Condition $100 text 302-745-4122

NEW PATIO HEATER Bronze, with LED Table. $75 Firm 302-732-3637

LIKE NEW/USED MEDICAL equiptment. INVACARE electric wheelchair $400. Feather lightweight wheelchair $400. INVACARE Hospital bed $200. Please leave message 302-470-9335

WORX 4-1/2” CORDED Compact Circular Saw. Mod WX429L$10. Call or text 603-205-2909

FULL 20LBS PROPANE Tank. Very good condition $20 Call or text 603-205-2909

METAL DETECTOR Fisher F2. Find your treasure $35 Call or text 603-205-2909

MOTORCYCLE APPAREL & Accessories. Reasonably Priced! 717-979-7282

CONVENTIONAL & MICROWAVE COMBO $95 Please leave message 301-802-0431

HONEYWELL HUMIDIFIER

$20 Please leave message 301-802-0431

UREKA UPRIGHT $15 Please leave message 301-802-0431

SINGER Sewing Machine

$30 Please leave message 301-802-0431

POLK AUDIO R150 Bookshelf Speakers, black, brand new in carton. $125 443-790-0507

PICTURE FRAME VICE Stanley $25 302-436-9005

BLACK HYDRAULIC hairstyling chair. Leather & chrome. Great condition. Orig. $400, asking $50. 443-373-7294

DENTAL INSURANCE

from Physicians Mutual Insurance Company. Coverage for 350 plus procedures. Real dental insurance - NOT just a discount plan. Do not wait! Call now! Get your FREE Dental Information Kit with all the details! 1-855-337-5228

www.dental50plus.com/MDDC #6258 2 GUITAR STANDS $10 each 302-436-9005

5X4 HANDMADE QUILT Large $70 443-373-1550

POKER CHIP & CARD

HOLDER Swivels $40 443-373-1550

SHEEPSKIN RUG $50 443-373-1550

30,000 BTU PROPANE WALL Heater with Thermostat & Blower $150 302-539-5545

UNIQUE GOLD SUNBURST pattern 5x8 area rug. India House, pictures available $75 610-952-6306

ALUMINUM 16FT LADDER 1 piece $40 302-542-9500

FLOOR PNEUMATIC Nailer. Used once $70 302-381-5408

CRAFTSMAN ROUTER 1 1/2 HP Never used $60 302-381-5408

RIKON 10x18 mini lathe

Model 70-105 Brand Newbox never opened. $125 302-381-5408

4-DIGIT DELAWARE

LIVE/ACTIVE trailer tags. Good dates. T5083, T7394 “7/3/94” T8697 “08/06/97” T9685 “09/06/85” Your Choice $650 each 302-542-9500

GREENLEAF EMERSON Row Doll House Kit, still sealed in box, $150 or best offer, pick up only, 609 247 3649 CROCK POT, 6 qt, programable. Brand new in carton. $40 443-790-0507

MODEL TOY “TANKER” TRUCKS Nice Christmas gifts. $10.00 each 302-537-4390

SKINNY MINI FOLDING Metal StepLadder. 4 steps 5ft high good condition. Orig $75, asking $30. 302-539-1202 SOFA, chocolate brown chenille, 97" long, super comfy, washable cushion covers, 3 yrs old, $150 (paid $800 from Monogram), near Millville. Call/text for pics: 302.278.3993

WERNER 20FT EXTENSION LADDER D1520-2 extra heavy duty $150 OBO. 302-564-7564

WOOD LECTURN used once $50 302-381-5408

BRAND NEW Indoor/ Outdoor 9x12 rug. Navy blue with white sh. Bought it for $250. Didn’t t, can’t return it. Selling for $200. 610-761-2038

BRAND NEW HANDMADE

5x7 Turkish Rug. Still in original packaging. Purchased in Kusadasi, Turkey. Rug sells there for at least 6k during busy Summer tourist season. We were there in Oct (end of season) and paid $1400. Willing to accept reasonable offer. CASH ONLY please. 973-722-5367

FUJIFILM UNDERWATER

Digital Camera with batteries & accessories $70. 302-743-1903

ARTTRICKS CALLIGRAPHY

Set $10. 302-743-1903

POP-UP TENT 10ft x 10ft. Includes 3 mesh sides $100. Cash only 301-675-7771

BATHROOM THROW RUG and lid. Aqua color, New with matching cotton print shower curtain. $10 for all. 302-537-7348

Waterfront Lot, cleared, ready to build in Parkslay VA. 2 1/2 acres on Crippen Creek. Paved roads, community pier for shing. crabbing, kyaking. Boat launch nearby. 1 1/2 hours from Bethany $85, 000 OBO 302-462-5133

MAHOGONY WOOD SALAD

BOWL Set. Large, 7pcs, never used $20 302-537-7348

ELECTRIC POWERWASHER

Good Condition $100. 302-541-4547

1 HP DRILL PRESS, 13” Plainer, a Jigsaw, and a Wood Lathe. Best Offer. Call 302-541-8259

20” UPRIGHT ELECTRIC FAN $8 Ocean View. Inquire for pictures 717-521-7955

TABLECLOTH Ivory, 60x84 Oval. New in package. $8 302-537-7348

MY BACKYARD QUAIL EGGS 302-249-8493

LADIES CLOTHES and Accessories. New to Vintage. Excellent condition. Various sizes. Lots of Jackets. Fifty pieces. $3-$20. 302-8298400

IRON FISH SHAPED WINE

RACK Holds 20 Bottles of Wine $60. 302-743-1903

BEACH Master Bedroom with private bath. Excellent location, walk to town. 1 1/2 blocks to Beach. Fully furnished all utilities included. $1350 a month Call Bill 240-899-8525

METAL FRAME RESTAU-

RANT Dining Chairs with extra thick cushions. $10 each. 410-608-7505

CRAFTSMAN TABLE SAW

Router & Router Table $250 OBO. 302-541-8008

CONAIR ELECTRIC DIGITAL Scale. $8 Ocean View. Inquire for pictures 717-521-7955

LG Washing Machine model WT7400CW, 2 yrs old, works great, white, near Millville, $350 (paid $750). Call/text for pics 302.278.3993

RAZOR E300 ELECTRIC SCOOTER w/charger. As is $20 717-682-0218

VINTAGE GAMES $1 each 302-644-7234

DOLLS (NOT ANTIQUE) Make Offer 302-644-7234

CROQUET SET $10

302-644-7234

GIFTS FROM CASINO Brand New. Make Offer 302-644-7234

PICTURES & FRAMES

All Sizes. Make Offer 302-644-7234

GLASSWARE ALL SMALL

UNIQUE PIECES Closing my Shop, must buy all $75 must leave message. 410-939-7714

50 ROMANCE BOOKS .25 cents each. 302-541-0475

5 BRAND NEW Ravensburger Puzzles. $12 each 302-541-0475

TWIN 100FT TANKS with manifold $500. 302-854-9498

PELLA SLIDING GLASS DOOR Like New, $300 856-979-3338 POWERBACK 5250 WATTS

GENERATOR excellent condition. $200 302-745-4122

Bethesda Road: 2BR/1BA single family home in Georgetown. $1,600 per month + utilities.

Cedar Bay: 2BR/2BA condo in Ocean View. 55+ community. $1,850 per month + utilities.

Preserves at Jefferson Creek: 3BR/2.5BA townhome with 2 car garage. $2,200 per month + utilities. Available after 7/1/2025.

Creekside: 4BR/3.5BA fully furnished 3 story townhome in Millville. $2,400 per month + utilities and 2% rental tax.

Silver Woods: 3BR/2BA single family home with garage in Ocean View. $2,400 per month + utilities.

LAFAN 8500 GENERATOR excellent condition. . 516-967-6435

MENS DUI DRY SUIT Large with weight belt. $500. 302-854-9498

DIVE TANKS 6 aluminum. $50 each. 302-854-9498

HOOVER FLOOR MATE never used, still in box, hard oor cleaner cleans multiple hard oor surfaces $80

301-875-7061

SAMSONITE HARD Suitcase 26x20. Rollers & combo lock $60 443-373-1550

BLOND KITCHEN SET, ceramic top oval table & 6 chairs $50.00 302-537-6353

SNOWBABY MUSIC BOX new in box, Christmas Miniature Tea Set, new in box. $25 for both. Call or text for pictures: 610-468-4004

LAFAN 8500 GENERATOR excellent Condition. $685 516-967-6435

12 FT WOODEN LADDER $30 410-382-2033

ELECTRIC DRILL Black & Dekker $10 410-310-6633

We Buy Houses for Cash AS IS! No repairs. No fuss. Any condition. Easy three step process: Call, get cash offer and get paid. Get your fair cash offer today by calling Liz Buys Houses: 1-866-541-7929

BISSELL PRO HEAT PET 2x Carpet Cleaner. Good Condition $40. 302-278-1441

DECORATIVE BIRD FRAMED bronze colored mirror by Uttermost. H 36” W 23 1/2” $75. Selbyville Text or call 410-707-6572 Inquire for photos

ELECTRIC CUSHIONED Back Massager by Homedics $20 410-310-6633

All units are N/S, N/P unless otherwise noted. Credit application and security deposit required.

Creek Haven: 4BR/2.5BA, 2 story single family home with 2 car garage. $2,500 per month + utilities and 2% rental tax.

Saltwater Landing: 3 BD / 2.5 BA furnished single family home with office and 2 car garage in Selbyville. $2800 per month + utilities and 2% rental tax. Lawn Maintenance included.

The Reserves: Large 3BR/3BA furnished single family home in Ocean View. $3,000 per month + utilities.

Ocean View Beach Club: 4BR/3BA fully furnished single family home in Ocean View. $3,000 per month +5% rental tax. Available after 7/1/2025.

CONTEMPORARY SLEEP

SOFA in Striped fabric, excellent condition, seldom slept on. $400. 410-707-0040

BLACK LEATHER SWIVEL Chair w/Ottoman. $40, metal and glass corner computer desk $30. Text 301-526-0624

BIG BUTTON amplifying phone. $10 410-310-6633

POWDER BLUE RUG good cond, 65”L x 41”W. $40 Ocean View 717-521-7955

GET BOOST INFINITE

Unlimited talk, text and data for just $25/month. The power of 3 5G networks, one low price. Call today and get the latest iPhone every year on us. 855-977-5719

PREPARE FOR POWER OUT-

AGES today with a Generac home standby generator. $0 money down + low monthly payment options. Request a free quote. Call now before the next power outage. 855-993-0969

FENDER Electric Guitar $200

OSCAR SCHMIDT Electric Guitar $250 PREMIER AMP Twin 12” 1963 tube/trem mic. Excellent Condition, make offer. 302-541-8187

CASIO KEYBOARD LK210 with light up keys $70 410-382-2033

ROADRUNNER DRUMBAGS 22”, 12”, 16”, 10”, all for $35. Aquarian Superkick 2 20” base drum head with head $35 like new 302-278-1441

CB 10 LUG 14x7 1/2

Chrome Drum Snare. Aquarian Head 40 Strand Snares. Great Sound! $100. 302-278-1441

CONN 552 THEATER ELECTRIC Organ. Bench and music incl. Walnut nish, excellent cond. Beautiful sound quality. You must pick up. 302-663-0809

CORNER TV CONSOLE like new, 73 in high. Perfect and elegant space saving solution. Photos available by sending me an email at: abertaux27@gmail.com 500 410-707-0040

AFFORDABLE OFFICE SPACE FOR RENT. Professional Counseling Of ce Setting. Lobby Use & Admin Space Included. Call 302-249-2845

SUNLOVER HAVANESE of Ellendale has puppies from champion and health-tested bloodlines ready to go! $3500. Both male and female available. Please contact libby.naimo@yahoo.com or call 732-580-6032 FMI

XL HARD SIDED TRAVEL Kennel. $30 302-245-7149

YORKIE PUPPIES FOR SALE. Small, home raised.Available now 302-934-8913

WANT TO SAVE 100S OF CATS LIVES?

Spay or neuter ONE! Call Cats Around Town Society of Ocean View to make a low cost appointment. Rabies and Distemper vaccinations included. 302-355-9979

FANCY GUPPIES Very unique, bright colors. $2 each. Texts preferred. 302-841-4562

SENIORS IN NEED OF ASSISTANCE. Experienced adult female. Available 5-20hrs a week. For light housekeeping, meal prep and daily tasks. Bethany Area 302-824-0789

PING GOLF BAG

11 Irons, 3 Woods, & 2 Putters $265 845-542-1838

2 SETS SNORKEL MASKS & Tubes. Optical Lenses, hardly used $20 each . 302-537-7348

RALEIGH C40 Premium Ladies Bike. Flat Handlebar s/m 24 speed. British Racing Green. Pristine Condition $350 302-278-144

GOLDEN BEAR MEGA Men's Left handed Golf club complete set with bag. Like new, used 4 times. Hybrids have covers. Set includes putter, 56 degree and pitching wedge. Irons 5-9, Hybrids 34-5 3 wood and 2 #1 drivers. Asking $400 302-399-2765

MENS BIKE $40 Please leave message 301-802-0431

RAY COOK GOLF BAG, Brand new, retractable legs, $35 443-790-0507

KAYAKS JAZZ 2 Paddles & small wheeling cart. $425 302-539-3048

20” SCHWINN GIRLS Bike, Pink, new. 26”$90. Huffy Bike, used $50 814-237-1001

TWO 90” CHILL PADDLE Boards (new) with paddles $50 each 814-237-1001

COBRA GOLF BAG & IRONS LIKE NEW Taylor Woods & Odyssey Putter. Orig. price new is $5k for set. Asking $500 for all. Lvg msg. 302-988-1204

LIFE PRESERVERS 4

Adult, 2 Child, 1 Toddler. $40

814-237-1001

KAYAK 28LB. 1 hand carry & launch. Orig $2300, selling $600. Refurb. 2020 & used 2x. Cockpit cover, mini-skirt, full skirt, self rescue in atable, PFD, cold weather socks & boots, night light, manual water pump, whistle, text 302-249-5453 for photos.

COBRA GOLF CLUB BAG & Irons. Tyler Woods & Odyssey Putter. Orig. New 5k for whole set. Like new $500 for all! Leave Msg. 302-988-1204

EWHEELS 2 WHEEL

ELECTRIC SCOOTER with rechargeable battery. Very good condition, Ocean View, De. $599. Call Jim 301-661-7585

NIKE golf clubsand NIKE bag. Full set of irons and driver, 3 wood and 5 wood and includes a range nder.

$250.00. 302-265-6646

LONGBOARD 9’2” with Travel Bag $300 must leave message . 410-939-7714

TANDEM KHS PREMIUM

Roma Bicycle. Med & small, Shimano Ultegra Easton 7K Aluminum frame. Like new, paid $2,500, selling for $750 302-278-1441

HEALTHRIDER TOTAL BODY

Aerobic Fitness. $45 OBO

410-382-2033

GRAVITY INVERSION Boots

$25 609-247-3649

TEETER INVERSION TABLE Great Condition! $75 302-353-8128 leave message Magna xl2 21 speed all terrain bike. Brakes, 26” antislip tires suspension fork. $50.00 302-339-7691

TREK 20” MEN’S BIKE Vintage 1990s. Single track Eleven 81. New tires, recent tune-up. $75 Pics available. 302-353-8128 Leave message.

TENNIS RACKETS Head with cover $15 & Prince with cover + carrying bag $20 410-382-2033

10 SPEED MURRAY Bicycle, almost new $30 OBO. 757-810-8782

SNORKEL & MASK SET $10 410-310-6633

WANTED

SEEKING UTILITY TRAILER with gate. Black, 6’ x 9’. 302-344-0169

SMALL GROUP OF HUNTERS seeking Hunting or Vacant property for upcoming season and Looking for Farmers Field to Hunt Geese in. Call Chuck at 410-924-6692

This Weekend

❐ Fri, June 13, 6pm- 8pm, Sat, June 14, 8am-1pm Rain or Shine

Sat June 21st 1/2 price sale of all thats left! Friday is Premiere Night "$2 donation" Millville United Methodist Church will hold its Annual Yard Sale in the Wesley Hall next to the Church

❐ Sat, June 14 7am-? Rain or Shine

The Point Farm Community Yard Sale

Off of Rt 26 before Vines Creek

GPS Ref: 101 Creekside Dr. Dagsboro DE 19939

❐ Sat, June 14 7am-1pm

Bethany Forest Community Yard Sale!

Rain or Shine

Directions: From Rt. 1, West on Rt. 26 on White Necks Rd (at Millville Pet Store) straight back to end at hard left, turn right into Community.

❐ Sat, June 14 8am-12pm

Rain or Shine

Bethany West Community Yard Sale! Rt. 26 Across from St. Ann’s. Look for balloons for participating families.

GPS: 744 Half Moon Drive, Bethany Beach

❐ Sat, June 14 8am-12pm

Country Village Annual Yard Sale!

Across from OVPD on Central Ave

❐ Sat, June 14 8am-12pm

Rain Date 6/15

Rain Date 6/15

Photography on canvas and matted (overstocked local photographer) photography equipment and vintage Cannon camera, tools, jewelry, vintage fishing poles and gear, Longaberger baskets, too many items to list!

30171 Territory Trail Ocean View DE 19970

(across from James Farm) Cedar Neck Rd

❐ Sat, June 14 8am-1pm

Rain or Shine

Land Of The Pleasant Living Community Yard Sale. Something for Everyone! Free Items Included. Dont Miss It!

134 Hollywood Drive Ocean View DE 19970

❐ Sat, June 14 8am-1pm

Rain or Shine

Pot Nets Lakeside Community Wide Yard Sale! There will also be a Hot Dog & Beverage Sale!

33676 Lakeshore Blvd Millsboro DE 19966

❐ Sat, June 14

8am-2pm Rain or Shine

Join us at the end of Long Neck Road for our Community Yard Sales in Pot Nets Coveside, Dockside, and Seaside with all sorts of Great Deals!!

❐ Sat, June 14

8am-2pm Rain or Shine

Woodlands of Peppers Creek Community Yard Sale. Variety of items. Household, toys, tools, decor, clothing, & more! No Early Birds Please. Located next to Katie Helm Park in Dagsboro, DE.

❐ Sat, June 14

8am-2pm Rain or Shine

Fairway Village Community Yard Sale! HUGE!! Housewares, furnishings, furniture, sports equipment, tools, books/games, clothes, collectibles, pictures, bric-a-brac, hidden treasures, you name it, there will be something for everyone!

Located in Ocean View; entrances off Central Avenue and Beaver Dam Road.

❐ Sat, June 14

8:30am-12:30pm Rain Date 6/15

Community Yard Sale! Whites Creek Manor (off Old Mill Road in Ocean View DE) There will also be a Bake Sale in front of the Community Pool.

❐ Sat, June 14 9am-12pm Rain or Shine

Just Jeans Junk! All Womens Clothes $2, Bathing Suits $2, Shoes $2. All Else Marked As Is. 38163 Martins Way Ocean View DE 19970

Upcoming

❐ Fri June 20 & Sat, June 21 8am-1pm Rain or Shine Vintage & More Sale!Garden, Fenton, Quilts, Pyrex, MCM, Baseball Cards, Toys, ETC. Venmo & Cash. 32161 West Rd Frankford DE 19945

❐ Fri June 20 & Sat, June 21 8am-2pm Rain or Shine Yard Sale! Sunbrella Umbrella Golf Clubs, Outside Furniture, New Sewing Maching, Housegoods etc. 34282 Central Ave Frankford DE 19945

❐ Sat, June 28 8am-12pm Rain or Shine Seagrass Plantation Community Yard Sale. Multi Families participating throughout the Community. Off Irons Lane/across from Cripple Creek Golf and Country Club

By Jan Buckner Walker

The Original Crossword Puzzle for Kids and Their Favorite Adults

Kids Across

1. Any daddy's girl

6. Where you might go to see a panda and his papa

7. Fizzy fun: What did the cola call his dad?

8. What dad has when the doctor announces, "It's a boy!"

9. If a boy's full name ends in "Jr.," he is likely _____after his father

11. It's the chilly treat you'll eat if you share a sundae with your dad on Sunday: ___ cream

12. San Diego's baseball team whose name means "fathers" in Spanish

16. The league of professional dunkers that keep many dads' eyes glued to the TV on Sunday (abbr.)

18. A 8A becomes one when he grows up

19. What a father might take in the afternoon while relaxing on the sofa

21. The president who became known as "the father of our

The across clues are for kids and the down clues are for grown-ups!

country" (or our Nation's Capital, which bears his name)

24. A long pole for a fishing hole

25. What did the corny dad call the part of his sweatshirt that covered his head on a chilly day? A ______

Parents Down

1. Direction of a clue a dad can decipher

2. Web hosting company that spends big bucks on Super Bowl spots (2 wds)

3. Patriarchal personification known for carrying a sharp tool: Father ____

4. Recreational vertical (abbr.)

5. What some kids call their dad (It's also "potato" in Spanish)

7. He's a great actor, but you wouldn't choose his character in the 1972 film as your child's godfather

8. Collateral action: The philosophy employed by an overly cautious lender is commonly

known as "belt and ____"

10. Direction a child always looks to a loving dad, no matter how tall he or she grows to be

13. An ancient Greek Ferris Bueller?: Helios, Greek god of the ___, had a 8A who nabbed his chariot, lost control while driving it and accidentally set the earth on fire

14. Actor Michael, head of "The Little House on the Prairie"

15. First thing a dad reaches for when he's craving caffeine

17. The father figure of the jungle, seen in "The Lion King"

18. Legendary tale, such as the one Sophocles retold in "Oedipus the King"

20. Circle of love any dad can create for his kid

22. Radio active: Where a father might go for a little "Fresh Air"

23. Father's funny basketball analogy: If we have ___ kids, we can use a man-to-man strategy, but even one more requires a zone defense

David L. Hoyt and Jeff Knurek

29084

lowest priced twin home/endunit townhome in the

(DESU2064340) Call Danny Taglienti (c) 410-430-2721

24894 RIVERS EDGE ROAD

This beautifully maintained 4-bedroom, 2.5 bath-sits on a half acre and is located in the coveted Cape Henlopen School District! Featuring impressive hardwood floors, abundant natural light, and a gourmet kitchen with stainless steel appliances. Step outside to an oversized fenced in back yard oasis with large storage shed and lush landscaping! Located just minutes

UNDERCONTRACT

5 BRIDGE RD, BETHANY BEACH

Under Contract in Middlesex Beach!! This Fully Furnished 6 bedroom, 3.5 bath home is perfectly situated on nearly half an acre with plenty of room to entertain friends and family. Enjoy a thoughtfully designed reverse open-concept oor plan with an updated kitchen and modern baths.

Multiple decks, a screened-in porch, 2 outdoor showers, covered parking, and plenty of storage for bikes and beach chairs. Beautifully decorated, meticulously maintained, this charming getaway is just a short walk to your private beach.

$1,650,000 (DESU2083916)

Call Betsy Perry (c) 301-938-1472

37289 W WHITE TAIL DR, SELBYVILLE

Nestled in the serene, country-style community of Deer Run Acres, this beautifully maintained home offers the perfect blend of charm, comfort, and outdoor living. Featuring 3 spacious BRs and 3.5 BA, this residence is designed for both relaxation and functionality. Step into the inviting kitchen, complete with granite countertops and like-new appliances. Outdoors, enjoy your private, fully fenced backyard, enclosed by a 6-foot white vinyl fence with both single and double-gate access. Whether you're looking for a primary residence or a quiet country retreat, this home checks all the boxes.

$359,000 (DESU2087678)

Call Sandra Erbe (c) 443-848-3004

UNDERCONTRACT UNDERCONTRACT

24818 RIVERS EDGE RD, MILLSBORO Spacious home on premier half-acre lot in Stonewater Creek features a beautiful parklike backyard with large paver patio — ideal for entertaining, relaxing, or even adding a pool. The tree-lined setting offers privacy and endless possibilities. Enjoy fantastic community amenities including a pool, clubhouse, tness center, tennis courts, and playground — all just minutes from beaches, shopping, dining, and major routes. Schedule your private tour today!

$480,000 (DESU2082342)

Call Nancye Vermillion (c) 302-500-9255

22041 SEAPORT SQ, SELBYVILLE

75K Price Improvement on a home w/ pond & golf course views! This unfurnished 4 BD, 2.5 BA home in Bayside community is a popular Schell Brothers King sher model. There’s an almost nished 5th BD w/ space for a bathroom too! In amenity- lled Bayside, home of a Jack Nicklaus Signature golf course & the Freeman Stage!

$1,425,000 (DESU2084468)

Call Danny Taglienti (c) 410-430-2721