Our neighbor's Streetscape plans-

 

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https://baysideoc.net/app/uploads/2025/08/08.28.25-Bayside-Gazette.pdf

Sounding rockets launched-

 

NASA's Wallops Flight Facility 8/27/25

LIFTOFF X3❗️The TOMEX+ sounding rockets launched in succession starting at 10:43 ET. 

This mission aims to provide the clearest 3D view yet of turbulence in the region at the edge of space.

Photo Credit: NASA/Jamie Adkins

Worcester Public Schools- HOME RUN!

Latest Student Performance Data Shows Worcester County Continues to Lead in Maryland

Worcester County Public Schools

August 26, 2025

Newark, MD, August 26, 2025– Today, the Maryland State Department of Education released statewide performance data with Worcester County Public Schools outperforming all school systems in the State in both Mathematics and English/Language Arts.

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Latest Student Performance Data Shows Worcester County Continues to Lead in Maryland | WORCESTER COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

UPDATE: Mayor comments on Pocomoke community center project-

Mayor Nock says letters of support will aid in securing funds for a proposed community center building:

(Mayor Nock)

Pocomoke, we need your help.

We’re working hard to bring a new Family Life Center to our city; a place that will serve our youth, seniors, and families with programs and resources we’ve long needed.

To make this happen, we’re applying for major funding, but the grant reviewers want to know that this project has strong community support. That’s where you come in.

We’re asking all residents, churches, civic organizations, nonprofits, and businesses to send in a Letter of Support for the project. Your voice matters, and together, we can show that Pocomoke is united and ready for this next chapter.

Please send your letters to:

Melinda Stafford, City Clerk

Email: MStafford@PocomokeMd.gov

Deadline: August 28, 2025, by 5:00 PM

This is our chance to make something historic happen for our community. Let’s stand together and make it a reality.

Anonymous

Government is not a business but construction costs (whether grant funded or not) then future maintenance and liability costs compounded by program operating and policing costs make for a bad investment for taxpayers. Advertise an RFP that the land is available for long-term use by any nonprofit that can operate a sports or youth center and see if anyone responds. The city should not be in this business.

(Previously posted:)

Pocomoke Mayor Todd J. Nock says:

Pocomoke Peeps, I want to take a moment to share some exciting news about one of the most meaningful projects on our horizon. For quite some time, we have been talking about the vision of a new community space, and I am proud to say that this vision is beginning to take shape. This project is not just about constructing a building, it is about creating a place that reflects who we are as a community and honors those who have given so much to make Pocomoke what it is today.

There has been a lot of conversation surrounding our new endeavor that many of you have heard us refer to as the community center. The reason we have not yet officially put a name on it is because we have always said that when we did, we wanted to pay tribute to a good Pocomokian, Mr. Will Stevenson, who passed away a few years ago.

I also want to share some details about where the building will be located. The site is at Maple and Walnut Street, in the parking lot that the VFW previously utilized. For those looking for a landmark, there is a small brick building on Maple that we call Bill’s old office. We are not tearing down that building. Our police department has expressed interest in using it as a substation, which we believe will be a valuable addition to public safety.

The property is 32,778 square feet, giving us the opportunity to build a facility that will serve the needs of our community well. For perspective, the former Armory was only 11,216 square feet on 18,050 square feet of land. This new location positions us for something much greater.

Things are truly looking up for us. Earlier today I joked and said, “Poco on the Growco,” and I believe that captures the spirit of where we are headed.

We are now seeking bids for Architectural and Engineering Design Services. The pre-bid meeting is scheduled for September 4, 2025. All questions must be submitted by September 8, 2025, with answers to follow through September 10, 2025. Proposals are due by September 18, 2025, at 4:00 PM.

For more information: https://www.cityofpocomoke.com/news/proposals

This is an exciting time for Pocomoke, and I am grateful to share this journey with all of you.

(See a related article in the Bayside Gazette:)

https://baysideoc.net/app/uploads/2025/08/08.21.25-Bayside-Gazette.pdf

UPDATE: Rabies- Pocomoke, Marion Station, and Salisbury areas--

 

Rabies Advisory Notice: A Confirmed Rabid fox has been found in the vicinity of Colona Rd., Pocomoke, MD.

• If you, your family or your pets have had contact with the rabid raccoon, contact Worcester County Health Department’s Office of Environmental Health immediately at 410-352-3234. Contact includes bites, scratches or other direct contact to persons or pets.
• Report immediately sick animals and those acting in an unusual manner, as there may or will be additional rabid animals in this area. Prevent contact with people or pets. Contact Animal Control or the local police/Sheriff’s office.
• Do not handle your pet if it has contact with a wild animal.
• Make sure all your pets (especially outdoor pets) have CURRENT rabies vaccinations.
• Do not let your pets roam free or leave food outdoors. This will attract wild and stray animals to your property.
• Teach children to stay away from wild animals and animals they don’t know.

For more rabies information, visit: www.worcesterhealth.org Please contact Environmental Health if you have any questions or information regarding this notice: 410-641-9559

MARYLAND AND WORCESTER COUNTY LAW REQUIRE CURRENT RABIES VACCINATIONS FOR ANY DOGS, CATS OR FERRETS OVER 4 MONTHS OF AGE.

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Rabid raccoon found in Somerset County | Latest News | wboc.com

The Wicomico County Health Department reports a rabid bat was found in the Foxchase Drive area of Salisbury.

Paint Worcester County-

 

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https://www.worcestercountyartscouncil.org/

Ed who?

 

Political junkies, did you know?

This Maryland Democrat is changing parties to avoid Democratic Primary and make a General Election run to unseat Governor Wes Moore.

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Hale cites pragmatism as he switches party affiliation to run for governor - Maryland Matters

Time Machine: 100 years ago this week in Pocomoke's newspaper; 1950, 1989, 1833, 1942, 2002.

 

                                            (excerpts)

(Editorial)

November, 1950

The Morning News (Wilmington)

August, 1989

Salisbury Daily Times

December, 1833

The Evening Post (New York)

(Note: Love Point was a major ferry terminal at the northern tip of Kent Island, Md., and the western terminus of the Queen Anne's Railroad.)

March, 1942

Worcester Democrat

*March, 2002

Salisbury Daily Times

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Remembering Fred Fair-

 

Fred Fair, a longtime Pocomoke businessman, has passed away at age 92.  He and his wife owned and operated Fair's TV, Furniture & Appliances for 40 years.

(obituary excerpt:)

     Fred graduated from Salem High School in Salem, Illinois in 1951. After graduation, he enlisted in the Navy and served overseas in Italy and Spain. Later he was stationed in Chincoteague, Va. until 1955. During this time, he could be found at the Dream Roller Rink where he loved to roller skate. He met “his Honey” Phyllis Anna Butler from Pocomoke, Md. at a weenie roast and were married on April 16, 1955. They celebrated almost 70 years together. After Fred left the Navy, he worked for the C&P Telephone Company for 20 years. He and Phyllis then went on to own and operate Fair’s Tv, Furniture & Appliances in 1968. They sponsored a men’s slow pitch softball team that won many championships until they retired from their business in 2008.

A Celebration of Life  for Fred and his late wife will be held in October.  (View full obituary:)

 Obituary for Freddie Ray Fair, Sr. (Fred) | Moore Funeral Home, P.A.

Wallops Director gives a thumbs-up assessment-

 (Shore Daily News)

The Director of NASA’s Wallops Flight Facility, David Pierce, addressed the Accomack County Board of Supervisors on Wednesday evening, offering an optimistic outlook on the facility’s future. Pierce emphasized that not only will Wallops remain a vital part of NASA’s operations, but it is also expected to experience substantial growth in the coming years.

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Wallops Flight Facility is not closing - Shore Daily News

View live Ocean City Webcams-

 

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Ocean City Beach Cam - Inlet View | Live Webcams Ocean City MD

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Ocean City MD Webcams | Live Ocean City Boardwalk & Beach Cams

Mutual aid among Worcester police?

 

(WMDT)

Worcester County police agencies are considering a mutual aid agreement that would allow them to provide assistance to one another, regardless of municipal boundaries.

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Police agencies across Worcester County looking at mutual aid agreement - 47abc

Shore native still covering big weather events-

 

Mike Seidel reports from Kitty Hawk, NC Monday.  Seidel, a FOX Weather Channel Storm Specialist, grew up in Salisbury and received his meteorology degree from Penn State.  After working at WBOC-TV he spent a long career with The Weather Channel. He joined FOX Weather last year. Prior to his career in weather Mike worked in radio at WJDY in Salisbury, WDMV in Pocomoke, and 100 KHI in Ocean City.