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Thursday, April 4, 2024
Kudos on editorial, but--
If you're over 40 you might hardily agree with this week's editorial piece in The Eastern Shore Post titled: "Language of locker rooms, language of leadership." But some under 40 might be thinking 'I don't get it, what's the concern?'
In any event today's reality, in general, is that the toothpaste is out of the tube and it can't go back.
Three launches from Wallops in conjunction with solar eclipse-
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Wednesday, April 3, 2024
Shipping collision safety defenses of Chesapeake Bay Bridge questioned.
(CNN)
Several of the four-mile-long Bay Bridge’s concrete piers, which sit in the middle of the shipping channel, appear vulnerable to the type of ship collision that destroyed the Key Bridge, experts said.
Clarke Avenue area detours-
The City of Pocomoke advises residents that work by Chesapeake Utilities requires continuation of temporary road closures at intersections on Clarke Avenue from Maple to Anne Street and along Clarke Avenue. Detours will be in place until completion of work that's anticipated to be approximately April 21st.
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Tuesday, April 2, 2024
4/2 Pocomoke City election results-
(City of Pocomoke announcements:)
Election Results Announcement
District 4: Brooke Cottman
District 5: CL Marshall
Thank you to all the candidates for their spirited campaigns and commitment to our community.
A Reorganizational Meeting and Swearing-in Ceremony is scheduled for Tuesday, April 9th at 6:30 PM.
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Election Results Announcement
District 4: Brooke Cottman Triumphs!
We extend our heartfelt congratulations to Brooke Cottman, who has emerged victorious in the hard-fought race for District 4. Her tireless dedication, unwavering commitment, and vision for our community have resonated with voters. Brooke’s leadership promises positive change and progress for our district. Let us rally behind her as she steps into this crucial role.
District 5: CL Marshall Secures the Win!
In District 5, CL Marshall has clinched the victory! His passion for public service, deep understanding of local issues, and ability to bridge divides have earned him the trust of our constituents. We eagerly anticipate the positive impact he will make as our representative. Let’s stand united in supporting CL Marshall’s journey.
Thank you to all candidates for their spirited campaigns and commitment to our community. The democratic process thrives when citizens engage actively, and your efforts have not gone unnoticed.
Stay tuned for the official swearing-in ceremony and upcoming initiatives from our newly elected representatives!
(Earlier)
Thank you to our online neighbor Pocomoke City Arrowhead for sharing this information:
https://www.facebook.com/pcityarrow/
UNOFFICIAL ELECTION RESULTS
District 4
Brooke Cottman – 55 votes (winner)
Nola Tullar – 26 votes
District 5
CL Marshall – 81 votes (winner)
Esther Troast – 44 votes
8 total absentees cast.
A big thank you to the Board of Elections Supervisors for their work. They are the unsung heroes of the day.
Official results will come through City of Pocomoke channels.
A breath of fresh (local public radio) air!
(Coastal Point)
“These exciting additions show our commitment to developing strong and interesting local programming and to working with students and helping to train the journalists, producers and media personalities of the future..”
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Congratulations Lt. Edgar!
Congratulations to Lieutenant Katie Edgar of the Worcester County Sheriff's Office on her recent graduation from the School of Police Staff and Command at Northwestern University Center for Public Safety. Lieutenant Edgar joined the Sheriff's Office in 2003 and is Commander of the Field Services Division and one of the Office's Trained Hostage Negotiators.
(View the full Press Release:)
Arrest made following incident.
PRESS RELEASE 04/02/2024
On 3/30/2024 officers responded to the 600 block of Bank Street, in reference to a disturbance and assault. During the course of this investigation officers learned that a male subject, later identified as Andre Jerome Hickman, had pointed a gun at several residents in the area and threatening to shoot. Hickman was located within minutes and found to be in possession of a loaded handgun. As a result of this incident, Hickman was placed under arrest for assault 1st degree, assault 2nd degree, handgun on person, and use of a firearm in the commission of a felony. Hickman was transported to the Pocomoke City Police Department for processing. Hickman later had an initial appearance hearing with a District Court Commissioner. At the conclusion of the hearing, Hickman was held on no bond and later transported to the Worcester County Jail.
PPE Footnote:
Pocomoke Council seats to be decided today, 4/2.
Pocomoke City's municipal election today (Tuesday, April 2) will determine the representatives for City Council Districts 4 and 5. The candidates are Brooke Cottman and Nola Tullar for the District 4 seat, and C. Esther Troast and CL Marshall for the District 5 seat. Polls at the Pocomoke City Library will be open from 7:00a.m. to 7:00p.m.
Transcripts and video links for the Meet The Candidates event that was held last Tuesday are posted on the Pocomoke City Arrowhead Facebook page:
https://www.facebook.com/pcityarrow/
Monday, April 1, 2024
Luck Of The Draw
For safety- Accomack public schools will dismiss early on partial-eclipse date, April 8.
(Shore Daily News)
At Tuesday’s (3/26) meeting of the Accomack County School Board, April 17, originally scheduled as a half day, was switched to April 8 due to the total eclipse which will be visible in the Eastern United States.
Superintendent Rhonda Hall said she proposed the change out of concern that students would be getting out of school at the time of the eclipse which could be a safety issue. She is concerned that the kids would look up at the sun. Middle Schools and High Schools will dismiss at 11:30 a.m. on April 8 with elementary schools getting out at 12:30.
The eclipse on the East Coast will be partial with a swath of total eclipse across the mid-west.