Author’s note: Early in my graduate studies I did academic work on the phenomenology of memory. During this period, I spent time in a huge library, ... [Continue Story]
Public Affairs
Going Purple: A Conversation with Kent County Sheriff John Price
Often buried beneath news of the global pandemic and political discord, the ongoing opioid crisis continues unabated. Isolation, loss of income, and ... [Continue Story]
Spy Highlights
Chesapeake Arts: The Academy Art Museum Craft Show 2020 is Alive and Well
To the Academy Art Museum's credit, they have come along way over the last twenty-two years in building one of the most successful craft shows in ... [Continue Story]
- From and Fuller: The Relevance of Polling, Florida in 2020, and Trump’s Peace Agreements
- Sojourn through History: Highland Beach and Frederick Douglass’ Summer Home
- Women Helping Women: Paul Tue Continues the Mission
- The Analysis of From and Fuller: Woodward’s Book, Trump on the Military and Campaign Money Woes
- The Challenge of Preserving the Past by Alexa Silver
- Next Generation Wireless Networks—A Word of Caution for Rural Maryland
COVID-19
Spy COVID-19 Daily Update Sept. 18
Key points for today • Kent County cases remain at 293. • The county's 7-day average positivity rate is 1.71%. • The number of confirmed COVID-19 cases in Maryland is ... [Continue Story]
The Arts
Looking at the Masters: Jacob Lawrence by Beverly Hall Smith
Jacob Lawrence was born in Atlantic City, New Jersey in 1917. His parents Jacob and Rosa Lee Lawrence divorced in 1924. Jacob and his two younger ... [Continue Story]
- At the Cade Gallery by Val Cavalheri
- The Mitchell: The Little Gallery That Can — Even During a Pandemic
- Chesapeake Arts: The Art and Responsibility of Being Hopeful with Charlie Hewitt
- Chesapeake Arts: The COVID-19 Pivot with Annapolis Symphony Orchestra’s Edgar Herrera
- Chesapeake Arts: The Mainstay is Not Missing a Beat
- Spy Review: The Virtual Monty Alexander by Steve Parks
Health
Exit Interview: Patti Willis Looks Back at Healthcare’s Transition on the Mid-Shore
The Spy "Exit Interview" series is part journalism and part oral history. Over the last eleven years, the Spy has interviewed dozen of local leaders ... [Continue Story]
- COVID-19: In the Vortex with Shore Regional Health’s Ken Kozel
- For All Seasons Initiates Texting Hotlines During COVID-19
- Grieving During a Pandemic: A Conversation with Talbot Hospice’s Becky DeMattia
- COVID-19 Preparations in Full Swing at UM Shore Regional Health
- Shore Regional Health Announces Imaging Changes due to COVID-19
- UMMS Announces Visitor Restrictions At All Facilities
Chesapeake Ecosystem
CBF and ShoreRivers Sue Trump Administration on Clean Water Rule
The Chesapeake Bay Foundation (CBF) and ShoreRivers plan to sue the Trump administration for repealing the Obama-era Clean Water Rule, which provided robust protections for ... [Continue Story]
- Climate Study Predicts Heavier Rains, Deeper Floodwaters on Eastern Shore
- Money Comes Through to Resume Oyster Reef Work on the Tred Avon
- Environmentalists, Shore Officials Oppose Conowingo Settlement
- White House Targets Chesapeake Cleanup Funding for 91% Cut in 2021 Budget
- Striped Bass Fishing Cuts to Hit Bay Anglers Harder than Watermen
- Results of Crab Pot Placement Research Too Close to Call it Either Way
Maryland News
Headlines in the News
Politico: Harris serving on data and safety monitoring board for coronavirus drug trial Rep. Andy Harris, a Maryland Republican and medical doctor, ... [Continue Story]
- Md. Election Officials Issue Warning About Ballot Deadline After Vague USPS Mailer
- Everything You Wanted to Know About General Election Voting in Md.
- Franchot: In-Person Instruction Is a ‘Huge Medical Experiment’
- Hogan Announces Move to Phase Three Of COVID-19 Recovery
- Md. Utility Regulator Extends Moratorium on Service Cutoff for One More Month
- Steele’s Deal with Lincoln Project could Affect his Maryland Ambitions
Brevities
The Chestertown Spy Survey #26 Results— Vaccines
With all the news about vaccines for the virus, we asked Spy readers about their intentions to take the vaccine once it is available. Clearly, Spy readers are waiting for the ... [Continue Story]
- Take The Chestertown Spy Survey #26 — Vaccine Views
- The New Yorker’s Casey Cep Talks about the Talbot Boys in a New Podcast
- The Chestertown Spy Survey #25 Results — Issues That Matter Most
- Take The Chestertown Spy Survey #25 – Issues
- The Chestertown Spy Survey #24 Results – Top of Mind
- Take the Chestertown Spy Survey #24 – Describe the Candidates
Town & County Notes
KCPL Board of Trustees Open Position
Do you love your local Library? Of course you do, and considering everything the Kent County Public Library does for your community, it would be hard ... [Continue Story]
- For All Seasons Gives Away 1,000 Backpacks Across Mid-Shore
- Artist Series to Feature David Harp and Collaborators
- Get Your Ballot Sent by Mail, Not Email, to Save Time and Money
- Book Donations Hosted by the Friends of Kent County Public Library
- YMCA of the Chesapeake Launches 2020 Annual Campaign
- Saint Martin’s Ministries Launches New Name, New Look
Education
The Radcliffe Creek School’s Change of Board of Trustees
The Radcliffe Creek School, Inc. Board of Trustees held their annual meeting on June 16, 2020. Susan Newton-Rhodes announced that she would be stepping down as Board President ... [Continue Story]
- Schools to Stay Closed Through May 15, With Talk of Extended Summer School
- Chesapeake College supports Students, Community in COVID-19 crisis
- Kent Schools Plan for Extended Closure
- Character Really Does Count During a Pandemic: A Chat with Lauren Kay Weber
- Mid-Shore Kids: Mr. Remesch Shares a Song
- USM Campuses to Shift to Distance Learning for Rest of Semester, Commencements Canceled
Commerce
What’s the Annual Economic Impact of the CBMM? Try $11.6 million. A Spy Chat with President Kristen Greenaway
While most people on the Mid-Shore know that the Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum is one of the region's most popular attractions, it doesn't ... [Continue Story]
- Corporate Philanthropy: Preston Motors Takes on COVID-19
- Kent County CARES Enough to Get Outside Help
- New Leadership Comes to Kent County Chamber of Commerce
- Hospitality: Tidewater Inn Adjusts to Post-COVID World
- Commerce: When an Alcohol Distillery Takes on COVID-19
- Spying on Annapolis: Downtown not “Giving up the Ship”
Senior Nation
Back on Track: Eight Ways to Re-Establish a Healthy Routine in Uncertain Times
It’s understandable if your exercise routines and self-care habits have been placed on the back burner in this new era of COVID-19. Several months ... [Continue Story]
- Senior Nation: One Housing Option after 55
- At Compass: A Different Kind of Daughter and Father Story
- Ask Irma: COVID-19 and Social Isolation
- Ask Irma: How’s Londonderry during COVID-19?
- Senior Nation: Sharing Enjoyable Activities with Those with Dementia by Barbara Vann
- Mid-Shore Pro Bono Update: Community Conferencing Project and Elders
Habitat
House of the Week: Bungalow Bliss
Having lived in two Craftsman style bungalows, I simply cannot resist their quirky charm and this bungalow caught my eye for its several unique ... [Continue Story]
Food
Weather Looking Good for September First Friday
Chestertown shops and galleries are looking forward to cooler temperatures and seeing everyone this Friday, September 4, and the kick off for Labor ... [Continue Story]
- Shore Food: A Master of Cakes Opens Up in Easton
- COVID Makes New Partners with the Avalon, Tidewater Inn, and Wylder Tilghman Island
- Sweet: Chestertown Farmers’ Market Comes Back to Downtown July 4
- June Gardening Tips
- It’s a Family Affair (and Farm) by Val Cavalheri
- Maryland Bill Would Restrict What Foods Can Be Labeled ‘Meat
Arts Notes
Matt Zoll – Classic Works at Troika Gallery
Troika Gallery is proud to present new paintings by Matt Zoll, Classic Works, opening First Friday, October 2, 2020. Painting professionally for ... [Continue Story]
- Short Attention Span Theatre Returns to the Garfield…Sort of…
- Karen and Leon Frison Receive 2020 Hedgelawn Foundation Award
- Emanuel Takes Chesapeake Film Festival’s Jury Prize
- Studio B Art Gallery Presents Master Jove Wang’s Opening Exhibit October 10
- Mid-Atlantic Symphony Inaugurates 2020-2021 Season with All-String Program
- Jazz Festival in Exile: Monty Alexander Plays Chopsticks
Education Notes
George Deserves A Hand!
George who? George Washington. We should applaud him here in Chestertown because he had the foresight to found our own Washington College – the ... [Continue Story]
- Golfing “fore” Gunston Fundraiser to be held October 9, 2020
- WC-ALL Seeks Proposals for the Upcoming Spring Semester
- Alisha Knight Is Washington College’s 2020 Distinguished Teaching Award Winner
- Wye River Upper School Opens 2020-2021 School Year
- Gunston Embarkation Welcomes Largest Incoming Class in School History
- Support Our Schools Partners with KCPS and others to Launch Learning Hubs
Health Notes
UM Medical System Observes World Patient Safety Day On September 17th
Tomorrow, member organizations of the University of Maryland Medical System will join the World Health Organization’s World Patient Safety Day (WPSD) ... [Continue Story]
- UM SMC at Chestertown, Dorchester Receive Bi-Annual CAP Re-Accreditation
- Hurlock United Methodist Church Donated to Benefit the Wig Room at UM SRH Cancer Center
- Estate Treasures Announces Annual Fashion Show to Benefit Compass Regional Hospice
- UM SRH Receives Mission: Lifeline Gold Plus Receiving Achievement Award
- Luminis Health Hospitals Update Visitor Guidelines
- Memorial Hospital Foundation Announces Plans for 6th Annual Sporting Clays Classic
Op-Ed
Publisher Note: The Need for Both Sides Now
Not surprisingly, given the last four years of intense political and social divisiveness in our country, the upcoming election will be anything but ... [Continue Story]
- A Bridge too Far: The US Income Gap that Keeps on Growing by Maria Grant
- The Hatch Act: Apparently 50 Shades of Gray by Maria Grant
- DeVos, Queen of Conspicuous Consumption, is AWOL at Department of Education by Maria Grant
- Dear White People of Talbot County by Myra Ray-Howett and Katelyn Kean
- Op-Ed: An Old Candidate and a New Beginning by Al From
- Op-Ed: Why I’m Running Against Andy Harris this November by Mia Mason
Letters to the Editor
Letter to Editor: Consider Joining the Chester River Health Foundation Board
That this year has been unusual is an understatement! It has called for extra effort while maintaining the course. We recognize that, more than ever, ... [Continue Story]
- Letter to Editor: Introducing ‘Camp Trump’ at Ellis Island
- Letter to Editor: Democratic Club Statement on Farmers’ Market Political Booths
- Letter to Editor: Thanks and Farewell to Chestertown
- Letter to Editor: Chestertown BLM Mural vs. Talbot Boys
- Letter to Editor: Chestertown Should Move Forward with BLM Murals
- Chestertown’s Stark Contrast: Why We Need a “Black Lives Matter” Mural
Columnist Craig Fuller
Thinking About What’s Up / What’s Down by Craig Fuller
I am really not sure why Apple thinks I need to know whether my iPhone screen time is up or down on any given week. Somewhere along the way, a short ... [Continue Story]
Columnist Howard Freedlander
Out and About (Sort of): Amazing Athlete by Howard Freedlander
He epitomized grit and determination. He epitomized the value of preparation. He epitomized the potent mixture of pure athleticism and hard work to ... [Continue Story]
- Out and About (Sort of): Say It Isn’t So by Howard Freedlander
- Out and About (Sort of): 75th Anniversaries by Howard Freedlander
- Out and About (Sort of): Mesmerizing Movies by Howard Freedlander
- Out and About (Sort of): Lack of Leadership by Howard Freedlander
- Out and About (Sort of): Aging and a Dog by Howard Freedlander
- Out and About (Sort of): Bitter Beatings Strengthen Voice by Howard Freedlander
Columist George Merrill
Snapshots of Daily Life: Love by George Merrill
I’ve been thinking about love recently. Like so many of the words I may glibly speak or write about when talking among friends, family or in my ... [Continue Story]
Columnist Angela Rieck
Colors of Autumn by Angela Rieck
It’s starting. Ghost-like mists are rising from the rivers and creeks. Early fall asters and mums are starting to bloom. Nuts are falling onto the ... [Continue Story]
Columnist Al Sikes
The Power of Wisdom by Al Sikes
Montana really is different. It hides from the cities and offers up topographical majesty. My wife and I had the recent good fortune of residing ... [Continue Story]
