OC Today-Dispatch AUGUST 14, 2026
STUBBORNLY LOCAL, EQUALLY INDEPENDENT
PRICELESS
Beachgoers stay ashore because of sea nettles Beach Patrol Capt. Butch Arbin says this year’s swarm of stinging Atlantic sea nettles is the worst he’s ever seen. — PAGE 74
Local ospreys suffering from Sports complex site selected food shortage BRIAN SHANE/OCTODAYDISPATCH
GOOD RIDE
Surfers Healing, a one-day surf camp for children and young adults with autism, came to Ocean City on Wednesday. Participating pro surfers helped kids to experience catching a wave. The nonprofit that runs the event is celebrating its 30th year in 2026. See more photos on page 84.
City Council agrees to take next step in acquiring large tract of land on Route 50, west of Berlin, for $8.7 million. Officials say no property tax revenue will be spent on project. — PAGE 3
Howard County company wants county’s OK to spread its compost on ag property. Composted humans, that is. — PAGE 10
Like their counterparts on the Chesapeake Bay, ospreys in the coastal bays area are experiencing nesting failures because of a lack of food. — PAGE 80