It’s dangerous to write about religion, but here I go. The tentative decision by the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops to place restrictions on ... [Continue Story]
Public Affairs
Rally Marks Juneteenth, Urges Talbot to Move Confederate Monument from Courthouse Lawn
Speakers at a Saturday, June 19, rally note the designation of Juneteenth as a federal holiday and urge the Talbot County Council to move the ... [Continue Story]
- Hundreds March to Move the Monument
- Both Sides Now (Part Two): Preserve Talbot History’s President David Montgomery
- Confederate Monument Focus of Public Comments as Talbot Council Returns to In-Person Meetings
- Picture of Chesapeake Microplastics Grows Clearer by Whitney Pipkin
- Chestertown A & E District Plans Major Expansion
- Sheriff Joe Gamble Not Happy with the New State Police Officer Disciplinary Process
Spy Highlights
Crab Alley to the Crab Claw: A Father’s Day Remembrance by Jeff McGuiness
Some people say it is playing 18 holes of golf, others say spending the day in a blind when the geese aren’t flying. But for me it is a quiet sail on ... [Continue Story]
- Mid Shore Food: La Famiglia e Tutto Now at Oxfords’s Pope Tavern.
- The Library Guy: The Space Between Us with Thrity Umrigar
- From and Fuller: A Political Assessment of Vice President Harris
- Both Sides Now (Part One): Move the Monument Coalition’s Ridgely Ochs and Jess Taylor
- Light at the End of the COVID Tunnel with Qlarant’s CEO Ron Forsythe
- Checking in with Chestertown YMCA Director Erica Osterhout
COVID-19
Spy COVID-19 Daily Update June 22
Editor's Note: With COVID-19 statistics continuing to improve as more people are vaccinated, The Spy will discontinue its daily update at the end of this month. If there is a ... [Continue Story]
The Arts
Mid-Shore Arts: Oxford Community Center’s Great Reopening with Liza Ledford
When one first hears about the Oxford Community Center, it's not hard to assume its primary function, with its first-class auditorium and commercial ... [Continue Story]
- Spy Review: Chesapeake Chamber Music Festival Opens at Ebenezer by Steve Parks
- RiverArts Moment: Painting the Town Plus this Month
- Christian McBride’s New Jawn will Headline the 25th Chestertown Jazz Festival
- Profile: Oxford’s Fine Arts Featured Artist Sheryl Southwick
- At the Academy: Artist Norma Morgan Gets her Due
- Looking at the Masters: Van Gogh in Bloom by Beverly Hall Smith
Health
Compass Adds New Hospice Wing to Honor Mildred Barnette and Keep Mission Going
For any Kent or Queen Anne's County family who has lost a loved one, but was fortunate to have Compass hospice support at the end of that person's ... [Continue Story]
- COVID-19 on the Shore after Eight Months with Dr. William Huffner
- Exit Interview: Patti Willis Looks Back at Healthcare’s Transition on the Mid-Shore
- 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
Chesapeake Ecosystem
Hogan Signs Regional Compact to Promote Offshore Wind — But Md. Projects Move Slowly
The headline news is that the governors of Maryland, North Carolina and Virginia signed a compact on Thursday to collaborate and advance offshore wind projects and to promote ... [Continue Story]
- Covid-19 Restrictions Led to Drop in Maryland’s Air Pollution
- CBF Opposes Maryland Proposal to Limit Areas for Oyster Restoration
- Congress Extends Bay Program, Related Conservation Efforts
- Groups Fight for Maryland Forest on Chopping Block
- EPA hit with lawsuits over Chesapeake Bay cleanup
- Hogan Administration Backs Down in Md. Poultry Fee Fight
Mid-Shore Science by Al Hammond
Mid-Shore Science: Wetlands and Climate Resilience with Dr. Ariana Sutton-Grier
Ariana Sutton-Grier is a distinguished scientist with expertise in coastal ecosystems. In particular her research has focused on the role these ... [Continue Story]
- The Future of Finance…and much Else by Al Hammond
- By the Way, How Do You Predict the Behavior of Rockfish or Crabs? By Al Hammond
- Why Farming Data, Not Soybeans, Might Be the Future by Al Hammond
- Minding a Big Gap: Digital Divide Leaving Students Behind by Al Hammond
- The Transportation Revolution by Al Hammond
- Saving the Choptank…and the Bay? By Al Hammond
Maryland News
Hogan Announces End of COVID-19 State of Emergency in Maryland
Gov. Lawrence J. Hogan Jr. (R) announced the forthcoming end of the Maryland public health emergency on Tuesday — one year, 3 months and 10 days since ... [Continue Story]
- Redistricting Commission Urged To Adopt Single-Member Delegate Districts At First Public Hearing
- Wes Moore Launches Bid for Governor With Vow to Eliminate Racial Wealth Disparities
- Sheriff Joe Gamble Not Happy with the New State Police Officer Disciplinary Process
- New Law Will Close ‘Loophole’ in Appeals of Autopsy Findings
- Democrats Slam Hogan’s Decision to End Expanded Unemployment Benefits, Look to Block Action
- Hogan Joins GOP Governors in Ending Supplemental Unemployment Aid
Brevities
Historical Society Awards First Roger D. Brown History Scholarship
The Historical Society of Kent County marked the occasion of its 85th annual meeting on Sunday by presenting Jonathan Conner, of Rock Hall, with the first Roger D. Brown ... [Continue Story]
Town & County Notes
Unitarians Make $5000 Grants to Boost ‘Inclusion’ in Kent
The local Unitarian church will make $5000 grants to two groups working to make Kent County a community of connection and inclusion. The monies will ... [Continue Story]
Education
Building Competence When Kids are Mean by Radcliffe Creek School’s Meg Bamford
As children develop, they look to the people in their lives to help them figure out who they are. With authentic feedback that focuses on their positive traits, children can ... [Continue Story]
- The Quiet Power of “Whatever” by Radcliffe Creek School’s Meg Bamford
- Understanding Transitions by Radcliffe Creek School’s Meg Bamford
- Washington College Awards Largest Undergraduate Literary Prize to Justin Thomas Nash
- WC: Six Finalists for Nation’s Largest Undergraduate Literary Prize Announced
- Learn Different: A Chat with Radcliffe Creek School’s Meg Bamford
- Chesapeake College: Contributions Celebrated at 2021 Pride of the Peake
Commerce
Mid-Shore Commerce: Ford Risks Their Brand on New Mustang and Wins this Time
In the annals of American business, nothing is more dangerous than fooling around with a company's hard-earned brand. And over the past fifty years, ... [Continue Story]
- Darius Johnson Selected as Executive Director of Kent Attainable Housing
- F3 Tech Opens Applications for Program on AgTech, Aquaculture and Energy Storage
- Mid-Shore Commerce: Preston Lets a Bronco Out of the Gate
- Kent County Chamber of Commerce Seeks Nominations for Community Excellence Awards
- Kent County Chamber of Commerce Recognize Contributions of Outgoing Board Members
- Main Street Awards SERI Grants to 29 Businesses
Senior Nation
Londonderry on the Tred Avon Introduces CATIE to Improve Engagement and Connectivity on Campus
Earlier this Spring, Londonderry on the Tred Avon introduced the CATIE (Community and Access to Information Everywhere) platform to its Easton campus ... [Continue Story]
Habitat
House of the Week: Traditional Out of the Box
Several weeks ago, I featured another property on Quaker Neck that was sited very close to the Chester River. As I walked through the waterside rooms, ... [Continue Story]
Food
Adkins Mystery Monday: What is this Colorful Critter?
Happy Mystery Monday! Today also marks one year (tomorrow) of Mystery Mondays! Thank you to all who have followed us so far! We'll celebrate with this ... [Continue Story]
- Adkins Mystery Monday: What Seed Pod was in the Parking Lot Gardens?
- Adkins Mystery Monday: What Kind of Spider is This?
- Adkins Mystery Monday: It’s About to Bloom
- Adkins Mytery Monday: A Beautiful Native Herbaceous Perennial
- Adkins Mystery Monday: This Week We Saw Plenty of these Critters
- Adkins Mystery Monday: What Emerges in the Meadows?
Arts Notes
Starr’s Celebration: A Musical Tribute Celebrating the Life of John E. Starr, Jr.
On Thursday, June 24, from 6:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. the public is invited to attend “Starr’s Celebration: A Musical Tribute Celebrating the Life of John ... [Continue Story]
- The Garfield Center will Reopen for Completely Live Programs
- Mid-Atlantic Symphony Announces Formation of Youth Orchestra
- Free Singing Program for Youth
- Academy Art Museum Publishes Catalogues for Miró and Morgan Exhibitions
- Tred Avon Players Audition Notice for The Great Gatsby
- Chesapeake Film Festival’s Live Showing of Environmental and Dramatic Films
Education Notes
The Gunston School’s 110th Commencement Honors 49 Students
The Gunston School celebrated its 110th commencement this past Saturday, June 12, honoring the Class of 2021 with a waterfront ceremony overlooking ... [Continue Story]
- Easton High Teacher is Maryland TESOL Teacher of the Year
- WC English Professor Wins Prestigious Iowa Prize for Literary Nonfiction
- Congressman Harris Announces Military Service Academy June 15 Virtual Webinar
- Wye River Upper School Celebrates Class of 2021 Graduates
- Chesapeake College to Resume In-Person Activities
- Washington College Set to Host 238th Commencement Exercises on May 22
Health Notes
UM SRH and Community Partners Schedule Free Mobile Vaccine Clinics
The University of Maryland Shore Regional Health, in partnership with three area churches, will offer free COVID-19 walk-up vaccine clinics in the ... [Continue Story]
- Scheele Named Director of Comprehensive Rehabilitation Services
- UM Shore Regional Health Announces New Board Officers
- UM SMC at Easton Cafeteria Plans Renovation and Updates to Menu, Service Options
- Hope Rising: Mid Shore Behavioral to Offer 10th Annual Across the Lifespan Conference
- For All Seasons Offers Self-Care Presentation for Employees of Choptank Transport
- Mid-Shore Women’s Health Celebrates 51 Years Serving Women on the Shore
Op-Ed
Opinion: “Traitors To Our Nation” by Gren Whitman
The neo-Confederate “Talbot Boys” statue in front of the Talbot County courthouse in Easton, Md., was dedicated in 1916, a half-century after Lee’s ... [Continue Story]
- Opinion: Catholic Bishops Engage in Toxic Mix of Religion and Politics by Frank DeFilippo
- Deep Diving by Ross Jones
- June 19: A Day to Remember the Job’s not Done by Tom Timberman
- Impact of Republican Strategy on 2022 and 2024 Election Cycles by Tom Timberman
- Reflecting on Positive Progress in America by Maria Grant
- Opinion: An Old White Guy’s Thoughts on Racism by Bob Moores
Letters to the Editor
Letter to the Editor: Celebrate Juneteenth but Remember Serious Issues Remain
The Federal proclamation of Juneteenth as a National Holiday is but another step toward America’s resolution to deal with its dark history of Racism. ... [Continue Story]
- Letter to Editor: The Growing Climate Solutions Act
- Letter to Editor: “Racist” Is a Convenient Marketing Tool in Chestertown
- Letter to Editor: A Modest Proposal to Save the Country
- Letter to Editor: Let’s Not Have Kent County Fall for the 1619 History Hoax
- The Political Landscape is Changing by Rev. Ellsworth Tolliver
- Letter to Editor: The 100 Day Measuring Stick
Columnist Craig Fuller
A World on Two Paths by Craig Fuller
Suddenly, things are different. It's not just that life is being lived for many without the mask. People are increasingly enjoying social ... [Continue Story]
- A Beginning, Not an Ending by Craig Fuller
- Consider an Air Safety Approach to Better Policing by Craig Fuller
- Road Recognition Well-Earned for Chesapeake Country by Craig Fuller
- COVID Vaccination: Are We Making This Too Difficult by Craig Fuller
- A Strategy, Not Resolutions by Craig Fuller
- Signs of (Governance) Hope by Craig Fuller
Columnist Howard Freedlander
Out and About (Sort of): Politicization of Communion by Howard Freedlander
It’s dangerous to write about religion, but here I go. The tentative decision by the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops to place restrictions on ... [Continue Story]
- Out and About (Sort of) Flag Day, Anyone? By Howard Freedlander
- Out and About (Sort of): D-Day; Great Victory, Useful Model by Howard Freedlander
- Out and About (Sort of): Castes Apart by Howard Freedlander
- Out and About (Sort of): Republicans on the Move by Howard Freedlander
- Out and About (Sort of): Lawsuit Avoidable with Debate by Howard Freedlander
- Honesty Shunned by Howard Freedlander
Columist George Merrill
Snapshots Of Daily Life: Snapshots by George Merrill
My children and my grandchildren possess, I’d say conservatively, at least thousands of photographic images of their family life. It seems to me that ... [Continue Story]
Columnist Angela Rieck
Silver Linings by Angela Rieck
“I am glad that I am old.” It was an odd and surprising comment from my 80+ year old friend. She is the most upbeat and positive person that I ... [Continue Story]
Columnist Al Sikes
American Myths by Al Sikes
“We have seen unthinkable atrocities committed by the U.S., Hamas, Israel, Afghanistan, and the Taliban.” Representative Ilhan Omar Countries, all ... [Continue Story]
