Wicomico Co. Schools name 2021-2022 Teacher of the Year
May 6, 2021
SALISBURY, Md. Wicomico County Public Schools have officially named their 2020-2021 Teacher of the Year.
Prince Street Elementary School teacher, Dustin Thomas, was named Teacher of the year Thursday afternoon. We’re told Mr. Thomas is a physical education, health and world music teacher.
On top of that he’s local through and through. He’s a 2003 graduate of Wicomico High School and earned an associate’s degree from Wor-Wic Community College before receiving his bachelor’s and master’s degree from Salisbury University.
Congratulations Mr. Thomas.
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May 4, 2021
SALISBURY, Md. Salisbury City Council member, Michele Gregory, is throwing her hat into the ring, announcing her candidacy for the Maryland State Senate District 38 Democratic primary.
Gregory officially made the announcement for her campaign on Tuesday, May4th. With this news, this mean Gregory declares intention for republican incumbent, Mary Beth Carozza’s seat.
The councilwoman has served on the city council since 2019, and has worked on a number of economic, social, educational and racial issues, to improve the lives of Salisbury residents. Gregory says she’s fighting for the people of the shore, whether it be union rights, education funding, universal healthcare and more. She adds that the work starts with the people and the economy, saying it’s time to “level the playing field.” She also says, “The Maryland economy is dependent upon our workers. We must ensure all Marylanders can earn a living wage. No more carve outs and exceptions that kee
Owners of the Buzz Meadery looking to secure lot in Berlin for future family-oriented project
May 4, 2021
BERLIN, Md. The owners of the Buzz Meadery have plans to build a community green space in Berlin, but they need the community’s help in getting the town to approve it.
Owners, Brett and Meghan Hines, who grew up in the area, say the new place will be called the Berlin Commons. Right now, the space on Jefferson street is just a dirt lot being used for overflow parking. Hines even goes on to call it a “eyesore to the community.” But the pair is looking to change that same lot, into a beautiful space for the whole town to enjoy, but that’s where the uphill battle begins. They need the town’s support.
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April 9, 2021
SALISBURY, Md. The Salisbury Police Department is asking for the public’s help in finding 51-year-old, Allan Rogers.
Police say Mr. Rogers has not been seen or heard from in approximately one month. We’re told he was apparently staying at a home on the 300 block of Poplar Hill Avenue before his disappearance.
Officials add that Mr. Rogers has various medical conditions, and it is believed that he is not in possession of medications to help him.
Rogers is considered critically missing due to his medical diagnoses. Police say he is 6’2′ and 180 pounds.
Anyone with information regarding the whereabouts of Mr. Rogers is asked to contact the Salisbury Police Department Criminal Investigation Division at (410) 548-3165.
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April 6, 2021
POCOMOKE CITY, Md. On Tuesday, April 6th, 2021, the “friendliest town on the Eastern Shore” held their municipal election.
Councilman Todd Nock and Keri-Ann Byrd Foster battled it out for the District 4 council seat. Below are the results.
Incumbent Todd J. Nock will be keeping his seat on the council with a total of 96 votes. Opponent Keri-Ann Byrd Foster was not too far behind, coming in second with 82 votes.
Also on the ballot was the District 5 Council seat and that went to Councilwoman Esther Troast, who ran unopposed. We must also mention there was no mayoral election this year.