The County Times

Thursday, November 15, 2007

Leonardtowns Football Resurgence Steadily Progressing

By Chris Stevens Staff Writer When Anthony Pratley accepted the job as head football coach of Leonardtown High, he felt no pressure to turn around a program that had already seen three coaches in the previous four seasons. I really dont think about pressure to be honest, Pratley said after the Raiders posted three wins, their most in five years this past season. What I wanted to do was come in here and give these kids the best experience possible. Pratley has succeeded in doing that and is well on the way getting the Raiders back to contender status in the Southern Maryland Athletic Conference, as the Raiders won more games this season than the previous three combined. Pratley, who has been coaching high school football for 12 years, but just completed his first year at Leonardtown, credits See LHS Football page B-2
2358 Panthers quarterback C.J. Hopson escapes the Great Mills defense.
Photo By Chris Stevens

Adults Spike Taiwah Shines, But Monotony With Hornets Fall Short In Recreational Football Season Finale Volleyball
By Chris Stevens Staff Writer MECHANICSVILLE Nothing like a rousing game of volleyball to make the evening go by faster. Eight teams of adults share this philosophy as a part of St. Marys Countys Parks and Recreation programs. The recreSee Adult Volleyball page B- By Chris Stevens Staff Writer GREAT MILLS The effort was there for the Great Mills football team, but unfortunately, the results have not been. The Hornets dropped a 56-26 decision to Patuxent High School on homecoming night at Great Mills High School, ending their 2007 season without a win. In sports, there are always winners and losers, said Hornets head coach Bill Griffith. These guys know theyre winners in my eyes.

Out-matched and undermanned against the Panthers (10-0 overall, 80 SMAC), who concluded an unbeaten regular season and earned a share of the Southern Maryland Athletic Conference championship with this See Hornets Football page B-2

Tursell Selected as St. Marys (Md.) October Athlete-ofthe-Month

2862 Robin Reeves of Dig This serves the ball.
Photo By Chris Stevens

St. Marys City, MD Becca Tursell (Ellicott City, Md.) of the volleyball team was selected by the St. Marys College of Maryland Department of Athletics and Recreation as

the October Athlete-of-the-Month. Tursell is a 5-10, junior middle blocker who helped the Seahawk volSee Tursell page B-

Leonardtown Coach Expects Rebounding And Defense To Improve In 08

By Chris Stevens Staff Writer The Leonardtown High School boys basketball teams youth movement continues this season after a 10-14 2006-07 season (including a 6-10 record in the SMAC), and head coach Jake Heibel looks forward to a vast improvement now that his young guns have experience in conference action. I thought we were really competitive in most games last year, Heibel said of a starting line-up that featured three sophomores. Additionally, the Raiders only lost two players to graduation after last season, giving them strong team continuity. We had a few upsets and we also had some bad games against teams we should have beaten. Aside from his younger players getting experience in the SMAC wars last season, Heibel wants his team to improve on defense and rebounding at both ends of the floor. We want to rebound better offensively and defensively, so thats something we really need to and will improve on, he explained. Rebounding and deSee Leonardtown Boys Basketball page Senior Forward Eric Chase will lead the Raiders into battle this season. B-2
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ball and in life, he explained. You cant win all the time. Teams and people that win all the time dont know how to take it when they do lose. We know how to take a loss; its not the end of the world. While it wasnt the end of the world, that didnt stop the Hornets from trying to put on a show and win a game for their homecoming crowd. Patuxent, led by senior quarterback C.J. Hopson, had other ideas, however. Hopson tossed four touchdown passes in six minutes of first quarter action, sharing the wealth with Eric Farmer, junior wide receiver Justin Ford (who had two touchdown receptions during that six-minute blitz) and Donnell Wallace to make the score 27-0 before anyone could get settled in their seats. Hopson completed five of his 10 passing attempts for 204 yards and the four touchdowns with one interception. The Hornets desperately sought to climb out of a deep hole, and after a few tough drives, the offense began to kick into high gear starting with Taiwahs six-yard scoring burst at the end of the first quarter and ending with his 63-yard dash past the Panther defense to make the score 3513 in the second quarter. However, senior running back Kevin Haines added two touchdown runs in between the first and second halves to make it 48-13 Patuxent and any hopes of a comeback were dashed. The Panthers, the secondranked offense in the SMAC, rolled up 528 yards of total offense against Great Mills, who finished the season ranked last in the conference in total defense. The Hornets still refused to lay down as senior receiver Alvin Dyson, subbing at quarterback for an injured Christian Rosado for one play, threw a beautiful 29 yard touchdown pass to junior receiver Terrell Wideman after Taiwah scored another touchdown, giving the Hornets 26 points for the game. This was a season high, and came just one week after they set their previous season high against Chopticon. This game was about heart and no quit, Griffith said of his team. One of Patuxents assistant coaches pulled me aside and said your

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Hornets Football
Continued from page B- win, the Hornets leaned on the broad shoulders of senior running back Charles Taiwah, who did his best to keep Great Mills in the game. Taiwah, who didnt play much in 2006 because of a high ankle sprain, showcased his ability to run and catch, totaling 207 yards on 22 carries, and catching three passes for 76 yards along with scoring three touchdowns. The 207 rushing yards boosted his already impressive season total to 1,161 yards, the first 1000-yard season for a running back in Griffiths nine-year tenure as head coach, and the first in 10 years overall for the Great Mills program. Charles works hard in the weight room and on the field, so this was definitely a showcase game for him, Griffith said. Taiwah was proud of his individual accomplishments, but like most competitors, took the loss hard. This is a lesson for foot-

2445 Charles Taiwah runs through the Patuxent defense.

Photo By Chris Stevens

kids never quit. They took our best shot and kept coming. Taiwah admitted that it was tough to end his high school career with a loss, but said that he was looking forward to his future, which in-

cludes college. Im taking off one helmet to put on another, he said confidently. As far as 2008 goes, Griffith is positive that while it may take an extra year, the Hornets have the talent on

their freshman and junior varsity squads to be competitive once again. Were going to surprise some folks in a couple of years, he promised.

2405 Hornets running back Charles Taiwah rushed for 207 yards in a losing cause.

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Richards, Skrickus Named to 2007 NFHCA All-South Region Teams

2420 Christian Rosado passes the ball.
Photo By Chris Stevens

Braves Take On Lackey In First Playoff Appearance In Six Years

By Chris Stevens Staff Writer Off the heels of a clutch 21-10 victory over Northern High School last Friday night, the Chopticon High School football team will travel to Edward Lackey High School in Indian Head to take on the Chargers in a 3A South football semi-final tomorrow night, marking the first playoff appearance for the Braves since 2001. Head Coach Tony Lisanti, an assistant coach on the last Braves team to make the post-season, made it clear that hes hopeful this isnt a one-time event for his team. Thats our goal, to make the state tournament consistently, Lisanti said before practice began Tuesday afternoon. Weve got a long way to go to get to that goal, but were fortunate that things fell into place. The Chargers ironically are partly responsible for the Braves trip to Indian Head. Lackeys 28-7 win over La Plata on November 9th not only clinched a share of the SMAC football title for themselves (Patuxent also went 8-0 in the conference this year), but knocked La Plata out of playoff consideration. The Braves 64 overall mark was one game better the Warriors, even though the Warriors had a better conference record at 5-3. The loss dropped La Plata to 5-5 overall. The Braves dropped a tough 14-7 decision at Braves Stadium to Lackey on October 12th , and Lisanti feels his team has to limit turnovers in order to be successful. [Lackey] plays great defense and they run the ball very well, Lisanti said. Its going to be a challenge for us.

Two seniors from the St. Marys College of Marylands field hockey team were named to the 2007 National Field Hockey Coaches Association (NFHCA) All-South Region Teams as announced by NFHCA officials Monday morning. Emily Richards, from Silver Spring, Md., was a first team selection, while Amy Skrickus, from Arnold, Md., was named to the second team. Richards is just the second Seahawk in program history to earn first team all-region honors. The first Seahawk named to the AllSouth Region First Team was Abby Johnson in 2006. Richards is making her first appearance on the first team after earning second team honors in 2005 and 2006. Last week, she was named to the All-Capital Athletic Conference (CAC) First Team for the second time in her career. Richards also garnered All-CAC Second Team honors as a junior. She boasted a goals against average (GAA) of 1.48 and recorded five shutouts in 2007. Richards ranks second in the CAC in shutouts and shutouts per game (0.29), while being third in GAA and save percentage (.810). A three-year starter in goal for the Seahawks, Richards will leave St. Marys as the all-time leader in four categories most wins (36), save percentage (.836), GAA (1.23), and most shutouts (16). She also holds the single-

season record for most shutouts in a season with six in 2006 and most wins in a season with 12 in 2005, 2006, and 2007. Skrickus, a 5-11 midfielder, is appearing on the all-region squad for the first time in her career. A two-time All-CAC Second Team selection (2005 and 2006), she was also named to the All-CAC First Team last week. Skrickus finished the 2007 season fourth in scoring with seven goals for 14 points. She netted two game-winning goals, including the overtime goal with one second left to give the Seahawks a 3-2 OT win over Wesley College in the CAC Semifinals. A four-year starter at St. Marys, Skrickus leaves the program as the all-time leader in game-winning goals with 12, while being second in goals (33) and assists (12) as well as ranking third in points (78). St. Marys finished the 2007 campaign as the CAC Runner-Up for the first time in program history with a 12-5 overall record and 5-1 mark in league action. The Seahawks eliminated seventh-seeded Hood College and third-seeded Wesley College to advance to the CAC Championship at top-seeded Salisbury University, dropping a 51 decision to the third-ranked Sea Gulls. Story Courtesy of St. Marys College Sports Information Department

LHS Football
Continued from page B- an October 3rd chat with his seniors and all of his players prior to taking on Great Mills High School for beginning the charge toward respectability. The Raiders had lost their first four games of the season up to that point. I told the kids if were going to turn this program around, this is the day, he emphasized. If you ask any of the kids when the season turned around, theyll say October 3rd. The resulting 19-0 win over the Hornets two days was the first in a three game winning streak that concluded with a stirring comeback win at homecoming over Calvert 30-22. Pratley says that the key to reversing years of los-

ing was having the players, who didnt experience much in the ways of winning, to buy into his system. They have to believe what youre doing is the right thing. Theyve been through some tough times, so that says a lot for their character, Pratley said of his seniors. That core group was led by running back Mike Hebb, who through Week 9 leads the SMAC in rushing yards with 1,232 and scoring six touchdowns on the ground. Hes a fantastic athlete with tremendous vision, able to get outside and run down the sidelines, Pratley said proudly. He also credited quarterback Bruce Julian for being a leader mature beyond his years, his experienced group of offensive lineman, and a defense lead by safety Ryan

Dishman, who ranks second in the conference with seven sacks. Its going to be hard to replace these guys, theyre such a great group of kids, Pratley said. He is confident however that the kids who will be returning in 2008 will contribute to the success of the program. Several players from the junior varsity that won six games this season will make the move up to varsity, giving Pratley more talent than Ive probably ever coached. With that in mind, Pratley also wants his players not only to learn how to win on the field, but off the field as well. Football is a tool that can teach you about life, he said of teaching his players to have respect, pride and integrity inside and outside of football. When you do the right thing, the results will come.

Leonardtown ter Drew Plath and Michael Hageman among his key returning players this season. He feels he will get a mighty Boys contribution from Hageman, who Heibel says improved a Basketball great deal towards the end of
Continued from page B- fense are going to be the keys to this season. Heibel lists junior guard Jeff Wettingel, junior swingman Moe Stone, senior forward Eric Chase, 68 cenlast season and over the summer in what Heibel termed a very busy off-season. The Raiders played in various leagues this past summer, and the experience and camaraderie that was built are two things he hopes will im-

prove his team for this coming season. Another development that should aid the Raiders and all of St. Marys County High School hoops is that all three high schools (Chopticon, Great Mills and Leonardtown) in the county will be granted freshman basketball teams this year. The freshman team provides us with an opportunity to get more kids involved in the program, Heibel says.

2007-2008 Leonardtown Boys Basketball Schedule

12/05/07 vs. Oakland Mills 12/14/07 @ Great Mills 12/19/07 vs. La Plata 01/02/08 vs. Lackey 01/04/08 vs. Chopticon 01/09/08 @ McDonough 01/11/08 vs. Northern 01/16/08 @ La Plata 01/18/08 @ Lackey 01/23/08 vs. Patuxent 01/25/08 @ Northern 01/30/08 vs. Huntingtown 02/01/08 @ Calvert 02/06/08 vs. North Point 02/08/08 vs. Great Mills 02/13/08 vs. McDonough 02/15/08 @ Chopticon 02/20/08 vs. Stone 02/26/08 @ Westlake

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St. Marys County Youth Soccer is still in full swing, with the playoffs beginning this coming Saturday at Chancellors Run Park in Great Mills. Children ages from three to 12 years old participate in the league, with fun being had by children of all ages.
Photos By Chris Stevens

Adult Volleyball
Continued from page B- ational (B league) arm of the Countys Volleyball league, held every Monday evening at the Margarent Brent Recreation Center adjacent to the junior high school in Mechanicsville, gives adults a chance to stay active and, most importantly, have fun. Its more fun than the competitive (A) league because people arent catty, says Mike Brown of Calvert County. Mr. Brown is a member of the Well Pet team (sponsored by the pet clinic based in Lexington Park) and first got involved in volleyball 12 years ago when the husband of a co-worker invited him to play four-on-four beach volleyball and eventually joined this league with a friend, Bill Kirby of Wildewood. Mr. Brown says hes always liked the sport, so it was easy for him to get involved. A teammate of Brown and Kirbys, Aggie Price played volleyball competitively and said it was a nice change of pace to just play for fun. Also, as a mother now, its also fun because

the kids can run wild while youre playing, she adds. Brown says that the league breaks up the monotony of going to work, going home and going to sleep. It gives us something to do, keeps us active, and we get a chance to see people we normally wouldnt see. Stephanie Briscoe, the team captain of the family team of Dig This, felt it was important to have something that the entire family could be involved in, aside from the co-ed softball league in Calvert County that they take part in. Its definitely a family thing, I have my husband, a son and a daughter, two nephews and a niece on the team, Mrs. Briscoe said after Dig This, currently in their first year in the league, defeated RC Spence two sets to one in the evenings opening match. Mrs. Briscoe, whos been playing volleyball, in her words, a really long time, says that the matches were previously held in the bigger gym, but since renovations began to that gym four years ago, the B league has been playing in the smaller gym. She hopes the B league eventually returns to the larger Brent gymnasium.

Photo By Chris Stevens

2855 Members of Dig This and RC Spence follow the flight of the ball in a co-ed rec volleyball match.

2875 Mike Brown of Well Pet Clinic officiates play between Dig This and RC Spence.

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MIDDAY Date:
2872 Stephanie Briscoe of Dig This prepares to hit the ball.
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Tursell
Continued from page B- leyball team to a 12-5 overall record in October, including a 3-2 mark in Capital Athletic Conference (CAC) action. The Glenelg High School product paced the squad with 1.80 blocks per game and 209 points as well as a .333 hitting percentage in 56 games played. She was also third with 20 service aces, while ranking fourth with 2.12 kills per game, 0.36 aces per game

and 267 kills. Tursell posted four matches with double-digit kills and three with doublefigure blocks. She had 12 kills in a 3-1 loss at Salisbury University on October 16. Tursell served up five aces in a sweep of Marymount (Va.) University on October 18. Then, in three consecutive matches, she notched 35.0 total blocks on 14 block solos and 21 block assists. During the CAC Tournament, Tursell tallied 32 kills and 22 total blocks. She

registered 11 kills and a .478 hitting percentage in the Seahawks 3-1 victory over topseeded Gallaudet University in the CAC semifinals on November 1. Tursell ended her junior campaign with 11 kills and 7.0 blocks in a 3-1 loss to second-seeded Salisbury in the CAC championship match on November 3. Story Courtesy of St. Marys College Sports Information Department

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SMCMs Brian Boyle (09) From Welcome, Maryland Completes the Ironman Triathlon in Hawaii
Brian Boyle, a junior majoring in art at St. Marys College of Maryland, brings new meaning to the words perseverance, commitment and endurance. Boyle, who survived a near fatal auto accident three years ago, completed the Ironman World Championship in Kona, Hawaii in October. His story will be part of an NBC Sports program scheduled for Dec. 1 at 4:30 p.m. Boyle and his parents live in Welcome, Maryland. This month Boyle is back at the College and with the swim team on deck and in the water. His coach, Andre Barbins said, We are very excited See Ironman page B-
On Sunday, Novemeber 18th, the SMCM choir and orchestra will be performing in the Colleges Athletics and Recreation Center.

College Choir and Orchestra Perform Works by Dvork and Sibelius

The St. Marys College of Maryland choir and orchestra will perform on Sunday, November 18, at 3 p.m. in the Athletics and Recreation Center at the College. Larry Vote will conduct the College choir and orchestra in Dvorks Te Deum, and Jeffrey Silberschlag will conduct the orchestra in Sibeliuss Symphony No. 2. The performance is free and open to the public. For See SMCM Choir and Orchestra page B-

Local Donations Keep Deputies Rollin

Brian Boyle, a junior at SMCM, completed the Ironman Triathon in Hawaii.

St. Johns School Honors Veterans

On Monday, 12 November, the faculty, staff and students at St. Johns School in Hollywood hosted a musical celebration that paid tribute to the veterans of the U. S. Armed Forces for their personal courage, devotion to duty See Veterans Honored page B-
Sr. Dfc Gray Maloy, Margit Miller, Sr.Dfc Michael Peacher and Sr. Dfc Chad Hartzell

The Sheriffs Office would like to thank Great Mills Trading Post, J.F. Taylor, Mechanicsville Optimists, Seventh District Optimists,

Three Mules Welding Supply and Ms. Margit Miller for their gracious See Donations page B-

River Center Update Shoreline Stabilization Work to Begin

St. Johns School hosted a musical celebration to honor Veterans on November 12th.

St. Marys College of Maryland will begin shoreline stabilization on a section of shoreline along the St. Marys River. This work is the first step of a plan approved by the Army Corps of Engineers to halt erosion that has been occurring at an accelerated rate during the last 20 years.

The full project, totaling $630,000, was formally approved as part of the U. S. Senate veto override of the federal Water Bill on Thursday. The project will protect and restore the shoreline to where it was in the See Stabilization page B-

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SMCM Choir and Orchestra

Continued from page B- more information, please contact the music department at (240) 895-4498. Te Deum is a choral piece in four movements and will feature St. Marys College voice faculty Gwendolyn Degentesh, soprano, and Michael Ryan, baritone, as soloists. The Te Deum premiered at Carnegie Hall on October 21, 1892, with Dvork himself at the podium in his first American appearance. Jean Sibelius, a Finnish composer, wrote Symphony No. 2 around 1902. It premiered in Helsinki and incorporates Finnish folk elements. The piece is in four movements, lasting approximately forty-five minutes. Vote is provost and professor of music at St. Marys College of Maryland. An accomplished vocal soloist and conductor, he has performed throughout the United States and Europe.

As a member of the Tidewater Ensemble he has performed in Carnegie Hall, The Kennedy Center, the Baltimore Museum of Art, and Jordan Hall in Boston. Silberschlag is currently music director and conductor of the Chesapeake Orchestra and River Concert Series. In addition, he is codirector of the Alba spring festival in Northern Italy. He serves as artistic director and head of music performance at St. Marys College of Maryland and holds the Steven Muller Distinguished Professor of Arts Chair. The College choir consists of about eighty voices, and the orchestra of around sixty musicians. St. Marys College of Maryland is ranked one of the best liberal arts colleges in the nation by U.S. News & World Report, The Princeton Review, Newsweek and Kiplingers. With roots going back to 1840, SMCM is the states only public honors college, offering the academic excellence of a top private college with the openness and affordability of public education.

For more information about the SMCM performance, please contact the music department at (240) 895-4498.

Stabilization
Continued from page B- early 1990s. The St. Marys River restoration is part of the $20 million approved in the Water Bill for the Chesapeake Bay. Over the past few decades, over 20 feet of land has been lost to beach erosion on this section of the College waterfront caused by wave action primarily during storms. For the past six years, college, state and federal officials have been developing a comprehensive plan for restoration of the shoreline. Shoreline stabilization has been a parallel part of the River Center project for many years, said Torre Meringolo, vice president of development for the College. The plan calls for an initial placement of sand bags to halt long-term erosion until the main project can be designed and constructed. When complete, approximately 10 to 12 feet of the over 20 feet lost will be reclaimed. Shoreline protection will be provided by new bulkheads and a pier that is similar to the existing College

pier. The new pier contains vertical battens to serve as a breakwater and will reduce the wave action that causes shore erosion. The original pier will remain. The entire shoreline re-stabilization project is expected to take two years to complete. The College continues to work with the Maryland Department of the Environment, Maryland Department of Agricultures Office of Resource Conservation, and the Maryland Critical Area Commissions on improving the quality of the St. Marys River as part of the River Centers mission of environmental stewardship. When completed, the River Center project will reduce storm water runoff by more than 30% and improve overall water quality of the watershed. The integrated storm water management system allows rainwater to infiltrate the soil instead of flowing directly into the river. The College will begin the installation of 200 linear feet of sand bags the week of Nov. 12. The College requested permission to install sand bags as a temporary protective measure and will remove them in the next 18 to 24 months when the long-term stabilization project has been completed. operations and will be used for special enforcement initiatives and community events.

Ironman
Continued from page B- for Brian that he completed the grueling Ironman in Hawaii. Three years ago we set goals for him to just swim a half hour in practice. Now he can compete with the St. Marys College Swim Team. It is amazing that he has fully recovered from such a horrific accident. Boyle was a state-level high school swimmer when he was severely injured in an auto accident on July 6, 2004. He was taken to a Prince Georges County hospital and nearly died eight times on the operating table. His parents were told he would never walk again, but he defied the odds and recovered. Weighing only 129 pounds when he left the hospital, the five-foot-eleveninch Boyle built back his body so that he could attend college and continue with his athletic

Donations
Continued from page B- financial support. Their do-

nations enabled the Sheriffs Office to purchase new Canondale Mountain Bikes. The bikes are equipped with lighting equipment for nighttime

goals. I never gave up on my dream of going to St. Marys College, Boyle said. If I had never come here, the Ironman and my dream of swimming again would never have happened. Juggling school and athletic training, Boyle now weighs 180 pounds and wants to inspire others to never give up on their dreams in life no mater how hard life gets for them On a whim, Boyle sent his story to the organizers of Ironman triathlon, a race first held in 1978 as a dare by Navy seals. Tens of thousands of triathletes try to get one of the coveted spots each year. The event is open to the public. To his amazement, Boyle heard back from the Ironman president that they wanted him to be a part of their event, and to participate as the events inspirational athlete. The Ironman triathlon consists of a 2.4-mile swim in KailuaKona Bay, a 112-mile bike ride

across the Hawaiian lava desert, and ends with a 26- mile run along the western coast of the Big Island. Boyle completed the race in 14 hours, 42 minutes, and 35 seconds in 1564 place. This was the greatest day of my life, the 21-year-old said, after finishing the race. Three different NBC news crews followed Boyle for the sports program that is scheduled to air Saturday, Dec. 1 at 4:30 p.m. Boyles parents were also there in Hawaii to cheer him on. Brians mother, JoAnne Boyle, works at Naval Air Station Patuxent River for NAVAIR 6.7 as a contract support services national manager. Brians dad is Garth Boyles, who with his business partner, Deane Guy, owns/operates D & G Concrete Pumping, in Clements, Maryland.

Election Judges Needed For Presidential Election

The St. Marys County Board of Elections Office announces that they are still in need of Republican and Democrat Judges to work the polling places on Tuesday, February 12, 2008 and November 4, 2008. Citizens interested in being a Prospective Judge can print the application from the website of the St. Marys County Board of Elections at http://www.stmarysmd. com/supervisorofelections/docs/prospectivejudges.PDF and fax it to the Board of Elections Office at 301-475-4077 or you can pick up the application at 41650 Tudor Hall Drive, Leonardtown. In order to serve as an Election Judge, the voter must meet the following requirements: q Be a registered voter in St. Marys County q Be physically and mentally capable of working a 15-hour day q Be able to read, write and speak English q Not be a candidate nor currently hold
Local Donations allowed the Sheriffs Office to purchase new Canondale Mountain Bikes.

public or political party office (including municipal office or party central committee) q Not be a chairman, campaign manager nor treasurer for a political or candidate committee q Be able to attend a training class prior to Election Day. ALL ELECTION JUDGES MUST ATTEND. A two-hour training class is required to be an election judge. Training will be held at the Old Carver Elementary School on Lincoln Avenue in Lexington Park, MD. Citizens will be compensated $30 for the training. Judges are required to work from 6:00 a.m. until the polling place is secured on February 12, 2008 and will be compensated $125.00 for the day. Citizens must call the St. Marys County Board of Elections Office at 301-475-7844, extension 1611 or 1610 to schedule working and training.

LIBRARY ANNOUNCEMENTS
Libraries celebrating Childrens Book Week
Children of all ages are invited to enter the free drawing for Jane Yolens How do dinosaur books and stuffed dinosaurs at the libraries this week to celebrate Childrens Book Week. Families with children ages 3-7 can drop in and enjoy reading activities with their child from 2 p. m. -5 p.m. at Charlotte Hall Library. Interlibrary Loan tasks. The positions require some computer familiarity and morning availability. Interested individuals should call the library.

Book Discussion

Drop in and discuss Nathaniel Philbricks book, Mayflower: A Story of Courage, Community, and War at the Lexington Park Library on Monday, Nov. 19 at 6 p.m.

Library looking for volunteers

The Board of County Commissioners is seeking volunteers for appointment to the Board of Library Trustees effective January 1, 2008. Applications are available at each library branch or can be downloaded from the librarys website. Completed applications and a resume must be submitted by Nov. 16 to the County Public Information Office. The libraries are seeking adult volunteers to assist with

Introduction to the Internet Class

New adult users to the web will learn terms and basic page features and be provided with tips on browsing and evaluating sites in a free computer class scheduled on Tues, Nov. 20 at 2 p.m. at Lexington Park Library. Please register. 301-863-8188.

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Southern Maryland Tradition Recipes
Apple & Sausage Stuffing Sweet Potato Casserole M. Berry, Lexington Park w/ crumb topping
Ingredients 2 bags of Bread Cubes 1 large onion 1 cup celery poultry seasoning sage salt and pepper chicken broth 1 lb of sausage 2 cups of apples cubed Directions 1. Saut onions and celery until tender 2. Brown and drain sausage and chop apples into cubes 3. Mix onions, celery, bread cubes, poultry seasoning, and sage 4. Add in sausage and apples 5. Add chicken broth to moistIngredients 10 lbs sweet potatoes cup butter 1 cup sugar 2 tbsp cinnamon 1 tbsp orange zest orange juice milk cup brown sugar 1 cup chopped toasted pecans Directions Boil sweet potatoes skin on until tender While warm peel skin Put potatoes in mixer Add cup of butter, sugar, cinnamon, orange zest, add orange juice and milk to smooth consistency. Mix well Put 9x13 baking dish For Crumb Topping Mix pecans, brown sugar, and cup of butter melted Spread over sweet potatoes and bake at 350 until heated thru

en salt and pepper to taste 6. Separate into two 9x13 pans

and Bake at 350 until brown on top

Robyns Quick Apple Pie

As interpreted by Dan Rebarchick, chef/owner: Lennys Restaurant
For the Filling 8 apples (med Stayman, Empire or Granny smiths) 1 tbsp cinnamon 1-cup sugar 1 9 pie curst 1. Precook pie shell to a golden color. Tip: Use a fork to poke holes in the curst to eliminate air bubbles. 2. Peel and core apples, cut into slices 3. Mix cinnamon and sugar together and toss with apples in a large bowl For the Crumb topping cups sugar cup flour 1/3 cup softened butter 1. Blend mixture by hand in a bowl to a crumb consistency 2. Add apple mixture to the cooked piecrust, pile high! 3. Top with crumb topping and bake at 400 degrees in conventional oven for 45 minutes 4. Topping should be gold-

Fried Oysters
Ingredients 1 pint of oysters (rinsed and drained) 1 box of cracker meal 2 tbsp of old bay 1 egg 2 tbsp of milk Directions Mix cracker meal and old bay together in a bowl Beat egg and milk together in separate bowl Dip oysters in egg mixture then roll in cracker meal Let stand for about five minutes before frying Deep fry at 375 for 2-3 minutes oysters should be a golden brown color en brown, bake longer for a crispier topping. Let the pie cool for 30 minutes and serve. Its great with ice cream!

So. Maryland Award Winning Stuffed Ham

Ingredients 20 lb Corned Ham (bone and skin removed by merchant) Cheesecloth Chopped fine or course grind 6 lbs cabbage 6 lbs of fresh or frozen kale 1 medium stalk of celery 2- lbs onion Mix well and add 2 tbsp of salt 2 tbsp of black pepper 4 or 5 tbsp crushed red pepper 2 tbsp mustard seed 1 tbsp celery seed Directions Mix well, place ham on cheesecloth. Press stuffing mix in ham where bone was removed Place remainder of stuffing mix on top of the ham Wrap tight with cheesecloth and tie to prevent stuffing from escaping Place in large pot and cover with water Bring to a full boil and thereafter simmer on low boil 4 to 5 hours or until well done Cool in the pot after cooking Remove from pot and remove cheesecloth Place on a dish and refrigerate Serve Cold For smaller or larger hams reduce or increase stuffing mix accordingly

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The County Times

Section B - 7

Community
Veterans Honored
Continued from page B- and defense of the freedoms that we all enjoy. Special recognition was bestowed upon current and former military personnel who have children enrolled at the school. For additional information, please visit the schools website at www.stjohnsschoolhollywood.org.

The students at St. Johns all came together in order to fully appreciate and acknowledge the courage and devotion of our United States Veterans.

Current and former military personnel who have children enrolled at the school were also recognized.

Take it Easy, Take Care and Save Gas Money!

With gas prices soaring, drivers everywhere are feeling the pinch at the pump. Lets face it - your gas dollars arent going nearly as far as they used to. However, there are a number of things you can do to help improve your cars fuel efficiency. Consider these six tips from the car-care experts at 3M to maximize your cars performance. 1. Check your tire pressure. Improperly inflated tires can greatly reduce your fuel economy, so make sure your tires are inflated to the manufacturers recommended pressure level. The right tire pressure will provide you with a safer ride and help reduce wear on the tires. 2. Maintain your vehicle. Replacing a dirty, clogged air filter will go a long way to improving your cars fuel efficiency. According to the federal government, your cars gas mileage could improve by as much as 10 percent with a clean air filter. In addition to the fuel savings, the new filter will help protect your engine as well. 3. Clean your fuel system. Carbon and resin buildup in your cars fuel system stifles your engines ability to breathe and reduces fuel efficiency. Flush out your fuel system, including the fuel injector, intake valve and combustion chamber with a specialized tank additive, such as 3M Fuel System Cleaner. Better yet, have your fuel system professionally cleaned by shops that use the complete 3M Fuel Injector Cleaning System. By keeping your fuel system clean, youll improve your vehicles fuel economy. 4. Take it easy and slow down. Driving your car at high speeds, jack-rabbit starts and aggressive driving in traffic can greatly reduce fuel efficiency. The U.S Department of Energy says As a rule of thumb, you can assume that each 5 mph you drive over 60 mph is like paying an additional $0.20 per gallon for gas. And every time you hit the gas you get closer to your next refill. 5. Remove excessive weight. Remove any unnecessary objects in your vehicle, especially heavy items. An extra 100 pounds in your vehicle could reduce fuel efficiency by as much as two percent. Lighten up and your mileage will go up! 6. Use your air conditioning sparingly. Dont just run your air conditioner out of habit in the summer. If its not too hot out, try using the fan setting alone. This will help you get more miles to the gallon. These tips will not only help you improve your cars performance and save money, but will help you save time as well, because you wont be running to the gas station to fill-up quite as often as before!

Christmas on the Square

Ring in the holiday season! The Town of Leonardtown is hosting its 60th annual Christmas Tree Lighting on Washington Street in Historic downtown Leonardtown, MD on Friday, November 23rd from 5 p.m.-9 p.m. Come on out and enjoy holiday entertainment and music while you wait for Santas arrival to light the Town Christmas Tree at 7 p.m.!! Sponsored by the Leonardtown Volunteer Fire Department, the Leonardtown Business Association, and the Commissioners of Leonardtown. For more information, call 301-475-9791. (Rain date is Saturday, November 24th)

Cathy East Photography Exhibit

Room with a Brew is proud to present a Cathy East photography exhibit November 17th from 9 a.m.- 1 p.m. Cathy East, born and raised in Southern Maryland, developed her love for capturing special moments while living here. She studied art at the College of Southern Maryland where she leaned techniques needed to create masterpieces through a lens. She had her photographs displayed at the college gallery and she has sold her work in Arlington, VA, Charles and St. Marys Counties. Cathy now resides with her husband, Rev. David East on the Yakima reservations in Wapato, WA. Currently, she is photographing the beauty of the Pacific Northwest. Cathy and her husband minister to the Native American Indians located on the reservation, have helped to collect donations from the surrounding community for much needed supplies, and have set up a bible study on the reservation. Please join us to review her exhibit chronicling their journey. Room with a Brew is located off Route 5 in the Leonardtown Centre between Food Lion and McKays in the Blair Building at 40900 Merchants Lane. We serve coffee and espresso in the true Italian tradition, as well as smoothies, chai teas, soda and other beverages. We also serve muffins, scones, cookies, and other delicious pastries. For more information please call 301-475-8811 or check our web site at www.roomwithabrew.com or contact Susan Miller at 240-838-4209.

Dora Bankins Bush Live at Room with a Brew

Dora Bankins Bush plays Room with a Brew October 16th from 7 p.m. 9 p.m. *Come and relax to a blend of Folk, Rock, and Contemporary music as well as original music from the artist* Room with a Brew is located off Route 5 in the Leonardtown Centre next to Blairs Video. We serve coffee and espresso in the true Italian tradition, as well as smoothies, chai teas, soda and other beverages. We also serve muffins, scones, cookies, and other delicious pastries. For more information please call 301-475-8811 or check our web site at www. roomwithabrew.com

Critter Corner
Bonding With Your Pet
The Tri-County Animal Shelter wants you to know that there are many things that you can do to strengthen the human-animal bond and improve your relationship with your pet. Since verbal communication is one of the most important aspects of bonding, talk to your pet. While he may not understand the words you use, he can understand a warm, friendly tone of voice. Use your pets name often, as this will help to establish a personal relationship. Include your pet in your daily activities. Invite them to be with you while you watch TV, work at the computer, or read. Get to know your pets individual personality and adapt your behavior to them. Respect your pets fears and inhibitions, and help them feel safe. Provide a consistent daily routine by letting your pet know how often and when to expect meals, walks and play sessions. Play with your pet every day to provide fun and exercise, but avoid games that encourage aggressive behavior. Be consistent with the behaviors you allow and dont allow. Dont tell your pet no when he jumps on the furniture today and then let it slide tomorrow. This will confuse him and he wont feel like he can trust you. Avoid harsh corrections: if your pet misbehaves, dont hit, yell or punish him. Tell him no or wrong to stop any unacceptable behavior, and then show him what is acceptable. Finally, praise good behavior. Pets like knowing when youre happy with them. They also dont mind a treat now and then, but dont give too many too often or you just may receive a scolding from your veterinarian at your pets next check-up. When it comes to your relationship with your pet, you get out of it what you put into it. Make it count!

P lice
On November 8, 2007, Detectives from the St. Marys County Bureau of Criminal Investigations Vice Narcotics Division, assisted by St. Marys County and Calvert County Emergency Services Teams, executed two simultaneous search and seizure warrants. One warrant was on Horseshoe Road and the other on Mayfaire Lane. Bureau of Criminal Investigations Vice Narcotics Detectives from St. Marys County, Maryland State Police and Charles County Sheriffs Office conducted the searches. While searching, suspect Joseph Isaac Buckler Jr., 52, of Compton, arrived at the Horseshoe Road residence and allegedly purchased fake crack cocaine from an undercover officer. He was arrested and charged. A small amount of cocaine was located inside the home and charges are pending a States Attorneys Office review. Vice Narcotics Detectives executed a search and seizure warrant on the body, home and vehicle of Marcus Anthony Mills, 21, of Lexington Park. More than $2,000.00 worth of crack cocaine was seized along with $40 worth of marijuana, a vehicle valued at $4,000 and nearly $600 in cash. He was arrested and charged with the cocaine violation and additional charges are pending a States Attorneys Office review. Kenneth Earl Shorter III, 21, of Ridge, was arrested on a Grand Jury indictment for felony drug possession. He was indicted by narcotics detectives and is currently incarcerated in the St. Marys County Detention Center pending an arraignment in the Circuit Court. Kevin Wendell Barnes, 38, of Lexington Park, was arrested on an open Circuit Court Grand Jury indictment for felony drug possession. He was indicted by Bureau of Criminal Investigations Vice Narcotics Detectives and is currently incarcerated in the St. Marys County Detention Center pending an arraignment in the Circuit Court. Elmer Jordan Jr., 38, of Lexington Park, was charged with solicitation for prostitution when he allegedly arranged a sex for money deal with an undercover police officer in Lexington Park. He was charged and is currently awaiting trial in the District Court.

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Thursday, November 15, 2007

A Holiday Breakfast Snack Thats Quick and Easy

As any family chef knows, whipping up a Thanksgiving feast is quite a challenge. But for larger families who all migrate to one house for the big day and spend the night, the standard Thanksgiving dinner isnt the only meal theyll need to eat. While sitting down to a hearty breakfast might not be necessary after filling up on turkey and trimmings the day before, the following recipe for Spicy Bacon Cornbread from Linda Collisters Quick Breads (Ryland, Peters & Small) is a quick snack thats easy to make. 1 cup yellow cornmeal, preferably stone-ground 12 teaspoon baking soda baking 1 teaspoon powder 14 teaspoon sea salt 1 cup buttermilk 1 tablespoon honey 1 extra-large egg 3 tablespoons melted butter * Youll need an 8-inch square cake pan, well greased, or a cast-iron ovenproof skillet about 9 inches across. Preheat the oven to 400 F. Put the chopped bacon in a cold skillet and cook gently until the fat begins to run and the bacon becomes golden and crisp. Stir in the chopped scallions and the chile, then remove the pan from the heat and set aside to cool. In a large bowl, combine the flour, cornmeal, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. In another bowl, heat together the buttermilk, honey, egg, and melted butter. Add this mixture to the dry ingredients and mix thoroughly with a wooden spoon. Stir in the cooled bacon, scallions and chile from the skillet. Scrape the mixture into the prepared cake pain or the greasy skillet and spread evenly. Bake for 20 minutes until firm to the touch. Best eaten warm the same day. Can be frozen for up to one month reheat thoroughly before serving.

Games

Sudoku

Spicy Bacon Cornbread

Makes 1 Medium Bread Serves 6 to 8 6 slices bacon, finely chopped 2 scallions, chopped 1 medium-hot chile pepper, or to taste, chopped 1 cup unbleached, allpurpose flour

Kids Corner

Heres How It Works: Sudoku puzzles are formatted as a 9x9 grid, broken down into nine 3x3 boxes. To solve a sudoku, the numbers 1 through 9 must fill each row, column and box. Each number can appear only once in each row, column and box. You can figure out the order in which the numbers will appear by using the numeric clues already provided in the boxes. The more numbers you name, the easier it gets to solve the puzzle!

Crossword

CLUES ACROSS
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CLUES DOWN

Last Weeks Puzzle Solutions

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CLASSIFIEDS
REAL ESTATE RENTALS
Rare opportunity for a long-term waterfront rental in beautiful Tall Timbers on the Potomac. Immacuate 2 BR 1.5 BA home on landscaped 1/2 acre with 100 feet of waterfront and pier. 15+ mile western views. Incredible sunsets! Convenient to St. Marys River and the Bay. Walking distance to both Tall Timbers Marina and Piney Point Elementary School. Minutes to PAX. Gas heat and stove. Central Air. Cable. Wood burning stove. New carpet. Detached garage with workshop. Must see. Call Lyn today at 703-2420066. Leave message. Price: $1300 + utilities. Very nice townhouse in a good neighborhood in Cedar Cove, close to Pax River Gate 3. Has a small fenced backyard with a small attached storage shed. The big Master Bedroom has a large, fullheight loft space above. Pets are negotiable. Onsite dumpster usage and beach access are other included amenities. Please e-mail any questions or call Brian at 301.481.0940 for more information and please leave me a message. Sorry, no Section 8 please. Price: $1200. 225 sq. ft. office for $325.00 per month. 144 sq. ft. office for $275.00 per month. Two adjoining offices may be rented for $550.00 per month. On second floor of professional office building directly across the street from the Courthouse. All utilities (except phone) included. 225 sq. ft. space includes Direct TV. No lease required. No security deposit required. Immediate occupancy. Fax and copier available. Price: $550 2-Rm/ $275 1 Rm. TopLevel of Home Perfect for roommates or a couple. Living Room Dining Room, Full Kitchen, Small office and 2 Bedrooms Deck ALL UTILITES INCLUDED, ( even cable) NO PETS & NO SMOKING. A must see Call Dorothy 301246-9095. $1350.

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Seeking responsible male/female for room in a quiet neighborhood in Hollywood, MD. The house is furnished but the room is not. Full house privileges. House is located about 10 minutes from Pax River Air Station and right down the street from several restaurants and grocery stores. Utilities include electricity, direcTV, trash and gas (gas in cold months only). Telephone and internet are also available (optional). Plenty of storage space in shed. Available ASAP. For more information call Aaron at H: 301-373-3926 and C: 240-298-3891. Price: 400 +1/4 utilities. AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY FOR TWO ROOMS FOR RENT; looking for mature professional someone to share my beautiful large Single family house in Lexington Park. Home in a lovely quiet neighborhood 1 mile from the 3rd PAX gate. Available is a private upstairs bedroom. Renter would have full access to living areas, kitchen and laundry facilities. Asking 500.00 a month plus half utilities. If interested please call 240 298 2196 for an appointment. No pets please. Price: 500 plus half utilities. Clean 1 bedroom apartment. Private drive with lots of parking. Quiet area. Shared laundry with 2 other apartments. Oversized water heater. All utilities and basic cable included in rent. Call (228) 249-9123 for more information and to make an appointment to see the apartment. No pets. Owner lives on premises. Very close to Naval Air Station. Price: $750. Full basement one bedroom full bathroom and living room area electric included . Share kitchen .No pets ! Also must show proof of a job and income . And have references no smoking inside house. Price: 650. If interested, please call John Guyton 301-290-0702.

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HELP WANTED VEHICLES

F350 Crew cab, red with grey interior, great shape for a 95. New upper and lower inner and outer tie rods, new steering gear box, lined bed with plastic liner insert. Clear lense head lights, plow with 8 blade, truck bed topper. I love this truck, but Im moving and its got to go. I have plenty of pictures so call if your interested. 757-581-7172 ask for zach. Price: 9,000 firm. Restorable 1969 Jeep CJ. Runs. Have new top, doors, seats, gauges. This Jeep has rare Dauntlis motor. NO RUST ON BODY. Price: 3,500. Call 410-610-9981. 1995 Chevrolet Camaro LT1 350 Convertible. Very low miles. 2 Kenwood Excelon amps, 3 JL audio 10 subs, 20 Foose rims, Mozart exhaust. A real head turner. Sounds great. Will be a collector car soon. Moving soon and dont want to take it with us. Forest Green exterior, Tan Leather interior and Tan top. Price: $8000. Call Gerry Knight 301-884-0635. 1978 Chevy K-20 silverado 4X4 showtruck. Has 402 Big block with 4speed trans. Power windows. Has 8 in lift kit, 36X14.50 Super swamper radial tires. Yellow and white paint on outside. Excellent interior with bucket seats, black and yellow. $8,000.00 FIRM. Serious inquires only. Call Teddy @ 410-586-3283. 1998 CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 1500 SPORT UTILITY TWO TONED. VERY DEPENDABLE FAMILY VEHICLE. SEATS 8 PEOPLE COMFORTABLY. TINTED WINDOWS AND LEATHER SEATS WITH SEAT WARMERS. ALL ELECTRONICS WORK AND HAS GOOD TIRES. OIL CHANGES WERE ON REGULAR BASIS. COMES WITH TOW PACKAGE. NEED TO DOWNSIZE AND HATE TO SEE OUR SUBURBAN HAVE TO GO. Please Call John Smail 240-464-7701. Price: $6800.

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Clinical Nursing positions Salary commensurate w/experience Send Resume: St. Marys County Health Department PO Box 316 LPN position - $14-20/hour Leonardtown, MD 20650 RN position - $19-25/hour http://www.smchd.org 1 - 2 years experience Fax: 301-475-9425 preferred Closing Date: Open until Filled FT & PT contractual EOE positions available - Benefits limited Administrative Assistant. Immediate opening in busy outpatient mental health practice in La Plata. Flexible hours, 20-24 per week (two afternoons and all day Friday). Duties to include greeting clients, answering phones and scheduling patients, filing, etc. Knowledge of insurance a plus! If interested, please fax resume to 301-753-4991, ATTN: Deborah. WE ARE LOOKING FOR A DEPENDABLE, TRUSTWORTHY PERSON TO JOIN OUR TEAM. WE ARE A FIR E/WATER /MOLD REMEDIATION COMPANY, WE ALSO CLEAN CARPETS.UPHOLSTRY, AND AIR DUCTS. THE LONGER YOU ARE WITH THE COMPANY, AND THE MORE TRAINING YOU GET, THE MORE MONEY YOU WILL MAKE. MUST BE ABLE TO WORK NIGHTS AND WEEKENDS, DUE TO EMERGENCY SERVICE CALLS. A CLEAN DRIVERS RECORD A MUST. PLEASE CALL OUR OFFICE AT 301259-2026, OR FAX RESUME TO 301-259-2023. ATTENTION KELLY. Part time secretary for busy executive and writer. Good organizational skills. Experience in marketing or sales preferred. Non-smoker. If interested, WRITE TO QAMISE@AOL.COM OR CALL 301-862-3006 with resume and recent references. Housekeepr, cleaning person. Flexible hours, pleasant environment. No kids, no pets. Needs to be reliable, punctual, well organized, neat. NON-SMOKER!! Recent references required. If interested or for any further information, pleasae call Lilian Penna 301-863-3204. School Bus Driver. Competitive Salary, Benefits available, CDL & certification req. Call 301-373-5004. GRAND OPENING !!!! Creative Touch Salon, Spa and Fitness is searching for the right cosmetologists and nail technicians that are ready for a change. Located in Leonardtown, Maryland (St. Marys County, Business District). Creative Touch was designed to be a one-stop shop to help women lose weight and look great. At 3,700 square feet, Creative Touch offers women and men a chance to pamper themselves with a full body experience. Creative Touch offers hair services, nail/pedicure services, facials, full body waxing, massage therapy, ear candling, aromatherapy steam sauna, infrared massage bed just to name a few. Located at Breton Market Place in Leonardtown, Maryland, there are three restaurants, three office buildings in the shopping center itself. Within walking distance you have the St. Marys Hospital, Health Department, Board of Ed., Sr. Center and all government office buildings for St. Marys County. Creative Touch Salon, Spa and Fitness is the only full service salon and spa that includes a 1,200 sq. foot fitness center for women. Women can come in and schedule all of their beauty appointments at one location. Creative Touch offers commission (no booth renting). Also, Creative Touch offers the cosmetologists and nail techs that have current clientele a sign-on bonus to thank them for already established clientele. If you are interested in a great opportunity to expand your talents, you will not want to miss out!! Please contact Darlene at 301751-0096. All interviews will be confidential.

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VEHICLES
2003 GMC 1500HD Sierra Crew Cab. This Truck is Loaded.....Bose XM stereo 6 disc changer, Towing Package, Spray on Bed liner, 6.0 Liter V8, Rebuilt transmission, Rear seat audio controls, Tool Box, Contact Michael at 301-481-0417 or 301-373-2035. Price: asking $20,900. 1991 Ford Aerostar. We are trying to get rid of this van as soon as possible. Tags expire end of November.The engine in the van is about 3 years old, previous owner put new engine in about one year before we got it(we have had it for 2) It needs a bit of work both back and front bumpers are cracked(well back is almost gone) Plus side door only opens from inside.We have 7 children so car got to small. Good on gas.We replaced the water pump,heater core,thermostat,inner tire rods,shocks,alternator. It does have a leak in the radiator which has been sealed with bars leak, car has to have water checked daily. We need a bigger van so our loss is you gain if you are looking for a fixer upper. Engine runs great. Make me a offer . Clear title ready to go. If interested please call James Browne 240-2370598 or 240-2370625. Price: Make Offer. For Sale 1997 Jeep Cherokee. 130,000 miles, loaded, damage on driver side ( not real bad) $2500 obo Call Tay 301-404-5268. 1996 Chevrolet Berretta. 3.1 V6 automatic. 132,020 miles. Jenson CD player. Two year old paint job. Price: $1000. Call John Young 724-504-6458. 1972-

BOATS & MARINA

25 ft bertman..2-318 chrysler engines, vdrives...good condition!!!12,000.00. Call richard- 301 672 5998/301 475 5739. 2002 Polaris Geninis I 1200 cc 4 seater jet ski. excellent condition. serviced every yr by licenced dealer. Only 65hrs! no misprint! 65 hrs!! Call Ed Morgan for more details and to schedule a viewing. 301-290-5211. $5000.

REAL ESTATE
Land w/House for sale. 31.77 acres - 20 cleared; property includes a house, pond, barn, and detached garage. Ideal for hunting deer, turkey, rabbit & squirrel. 15 minutes from Pax River - 5 minutes from Webster Field. 8 treated poles outline the cleared land and is ready for fencing in horses great pastureland. Price: $450,000.00 If interested, please call 301-872-9006 any time - ask for Phil. Beautiful, Wooded Lott. You must checkout this beautiful, private lot in quite, established neighborhood approximately one mile from Rt. 235 off of Queentree Road. Perk approved, ready to build. Dont delay, if interested, call Joe at 301-904-3089 or e-mail joegass@ heritageprinting.com for more details and to receive copy of plat with topo. Price: $187,500 negoitable.

REAL ESTATE
Seller offering $5,000 in closing!! Beautiful starter home, perfect for single person or couple. Shows well with neutral colors throughout. Built in desk and shelving in the 2nd bedroom. Quiet neighborhood with a great commute to Patuxent River Naval Base (never any traffic)! Flat lot with a quiet sitting area and patio in the back. New 12x16 deck put on this past spring. Washer and dryer to convey with property. Must see to appreciate!!!! Call Ron Leonard at Leonard Realty to see this one today! 301-862-2300. Price: $249,900. Selling wooded lot, 8.45 Acres in the valley lee/leonardtown district off route 244. The land will appraise for $225,000.00...Family asking $210,000.00 Or best offer. Please contact mary at 301-994-0329 or 301-904-8201

CHILD CARE
Miss Cheryls Family Childcare has immediate opening for ages 2-5. Infant (under 2) opening available in Feb 08. Seeking families looking for the highest quality family childcare that includes an accredited preschool program, a highly credentialed provider, lots of attention and love, and support for busy parents. Two meals and snacks provided at no additional charge. Teachers with summer off welcome!!! Large outdoor play area bordering Patterson Park. Mutual ES district. Call 410-586-9577 or 410610-6975 to arrange an interview.

GENERAL MERCHANDISE
Sponge Bob Tv for sale. Works great. my son grew out of it and wants something new. 2 yrs old. Comes with remote, and manual. If interested please call 301-872-4595. $35.

Private, PRIVATE 2 fire places, extra rooms, extra building, plenty of room. Water access, PUBLIC PIER ACROSS Chap. Wharf Rd. WELL CONSTRUCTED BRICK HOUSE Off HOLLY FIELD Ln. RT 238 S. LEFT ON HOLLY SEE SIGNS. RENT for $1600 or BUY, sale by OWNER.

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Two bedrooms available 805-1103 Sq. ft. $893-$945 *1st month rent free * No application fee *limited time/units available

The County Times is looking for a new Government & Community Interests Reporter!

The County Times, a community-based newspaper in Southern Maryland, has an immediate opening for government and education reporters to work for one of the fastest growing papers in the region. The ideal candidate is aggressive, organized, an effective communicator, works well with people and is able to come up with his or her own story ideas in addition to carrying out assigned stories. Interested candidates should send resume, cover letter, references, work samples and salary requirements to The County Times Attn: Tobie Pulliam P. O. Box 250 Hollywood, MD 20636 or fax to 301-373-4128 or email tobiepulliam@countytimes.net. Please include in the cover letter why you want to work for the County Times and what you can bring to the paper.

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Thursday, November 15, 2007

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41655A Fenwick Street Downtown Leonardtown, MD 20650 www.fenwickbooks.com

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FOR ANY OCCASION - ANYWHERE Holidays Birthdays Picnics Reunions, etc.
COMING SOON! STUFFED HAM - FAMILY RECIPE

The Leonardtown Volunteer Rescue Squad Auxiliary, Inc.

Presents

SAVOR ST. MARYS GOURMET!

The Tenth Annual

Call Allie Weland or Kay 301-475-2650 301-475-2470

23899 Speith Road Leonardtown, MD 20650

St. Marys County Festival of Trees

A Christmas Tree and Wreath Decorating Competition Open to schools, clubs, businesses or individuals

Brinsfield - Echols Funeral Homes And Crematory

FAMILY-OWNED & OPERATED FOR FIVE GENERATIONS
Brinsfield-Echols Funeral Home, P.A.
Funeral Home, P.A.

268 Merrimac Court, P.O. 1860 Prince Frederick, MD 20678

Arehart-Echols

Employment Opportunities Available employment@arcsomd.org www.arcsomd.org Dry Cleaning Shirts Laundry Household Draperies

410.535.2413, ext. 111 877.582.0381, ext. 111

November 23 - 25, 2007 in Leonardtown

CONTEST RULES: Register by November 19th. Enter any size Christmas Tree or Wreath, decorated with a theme of your choice. Decorations may be handmade or store-bought. Set up your entry in the Bell Motor Company Show Room between Monday, November 19th and Wednesday, November 21st between the hours of 9 am and 6 pm each day. All trees and wreaths will be judged by the public to determine the winner of the decorating competition. All trees and wreaths become the property of the Leonardtown Volunteer Rescue Squad Auxiliary for the Silent Auction. PRIZES: There will be prizes for the 1st, 2nd and 3rd Place winners of the Christmas Tree Decorating Competition and 1st and 2nd Place for the Wreath Competition.

211 St. Marys Avenue P.O. Box 567 Laplata, Maryland 20646

22955 Hollywood Road P. O. Box 279 Leonardtown, Maryland 20650

Funeral Home, P.A.

Brinsfield

301-934-8342/ 301-870-3234
www.arehart-echolsfuneral.com

301-475-5588/ 301-475-5589
www.brinsfieldfuneral.com

Traditional Funerals, Cremation Services, Memorial Services Church Services, Direct Burials, Monuments, Unlimited Options, with commitment through After Care.

Pre-need Counseling, Available Cremation Facility on Premises.

Suede & Leather Wedding Gowns Alterations & Repairs

Complete Assortment of high quality paint and supplies Computerized color matching available Knowledgeable staff provides helpful advice Friendly service Charlotte Hall

41650 Fenwick Street, Leonardtown, MD 20650

Tel: 301-475-2522 Fax: 301-475-2633

Hours: Monday-Friday 6am-6pm, Saturday 8am-2pm

P.O. Box 1959 Leonardtown, Maryland 20650

SILENT AUCTION: Everyone is invited to place bids on the trees and wreaths of their choice during the Christmas Tree and Wreath Show, November 19th at 9 am through November 15th at 5 pm. (Closed on Thanksgiving Day) Silent bids and votes will be accepted on all trees and wreaths starting on November 19th TO accommodate those who May not be in the area after Thanksgiving. Bids can be taken at the show or by phone during this time. The trees and wreaths may be picked up after 6 pm November 25th. Proceeds will go to the Leonardtown Volunteer Rescue Squad Auxiliary, Inc. or other participating Emergency Service Departments and Auxiliaries.

301-884-0300 301-475-5800
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Large Selection Of Brand Names
Cars, Trucks, RVs Farm Vehicles, Heavy Trucks And Lawn & Garden

Interstate Batteries

301-475-1700
Fax: 301-475-1706 www.heritageprinting.com

CHRISTMAS TREE AND WREATH SHOW LOCATION:

301-475-2929
24201 Point Lookout Rd Leonardtown, MD 20650

Bell Motor Company Show Room 22675 Washington Street Leonardtown, Maryland
ADMISSION: Adults $2.00; Children 12 and younger - no charge (6 to 12 vote FREE) REGISTRATION OR INFORMATION: Please, call Dudley Lindsley at 301-373-2551

Weekdays 8:00-5:00 SAT 8:00-12 NOON MHIC #1542-02

Guy Distributing Co. Inc. Leonardtown MD

ServING St MaryS CouNty For over 70 yearS

301-884-5611 301-932-6144 Rt. 5 Hughesville

301-475-3334
45 Fenwick St. Leonardtown

Email: dIindsley@verizon.net Poster Tree Decorated By: The Students of Leonardtown Middle School

301-994-2740
Rt. 5 Great Mills Rd. Great Mills

responsibility MAtters
301- 475-8985
FAX 301-475-0337 Since 1972 Orders Only 1-800-452-5442

Coach Craft Auto Body, Inc.

Fine Dining
In a casual, relaxing atmosphere
23731 Hollywood Rd. P.O. Box 378 Leonardtown, MD 20650

11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

The Tea Room Moores Driving AcADeMy Open Daily

2 Convenient Locations
Leonardtown Mechanicsville

On the square in historic Leonardtown Classy entertainment, Prix-Fixe Menu & more Reservations Recommended 301-997-0500 www.cafedesartistes.ws

301.475.2215
Fax 301.475.2303 coachcraftautobody@msn.com

(301) 475-1980
leonardtowntearoom@gmail.com

IDE TRACK HOBBIES

LEONARDTOWN TRUE VALUE HARDWARE
25470 Point Lookout Rd. P.O. Box 1707 Leonardtown, MD 20650
www.SidetrackHobbies.com

Call To Register

26005 Point Lookout Road (Rt 5) Leonardtown, MD, 20650

301-472-1702
UNIqUe CHRISTMAS GIFTS AT ROOM WITH A BReW Cofee Bar and events room
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California Sleep inn & SuiteS

23428 three notCh road California, Maryland 20619 phone 301.737.0000 fax 301.737.4426 Route 235 California, Md.
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