So how did the Eastern Shore do in Annapolis?

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Raccoon confirmed rabid-

4/22/26

Lower shore fire danger-

 

(Somerset County Times)

PRINCESS ANNE — Somerset County went under an outdoor burning ban effective today, Wednesday, April 22 and it remains in effect until sufficient rainfall is received.

County Commissioner President Charles Laird issued the order based on the advisement of the fire chiefs.

The ban applies to all outdoor ignition sources, including campfires, bonfires, fireworks, leaf, brush, grass and trash burning and other similar methods of open incineration.

Cooking with contained barbecue grills and charcoal grills are still permissible.

(WMDT)

WORCESTER COUNTY, Md. – Officials in Worcester County are advising residents and visitors to exercise heightened caution with any outdoor burning due to dry conditions across the region.

The lack of rainfall has contributed to decreased soil moisture and a declining water table.

These conditions significantly increase the risk of rapid fire spread, particularly involving brush, grass and other combustible materials.

Fire departments in the area have responded to a number of outside fires.

While most incidents have been contained without serious damage, officials warn that the potential for more dangerous fires remain elevated.

Worcester County Environmental Programs continues to monitor groundwater levels and environmental conditions closely.

(An outdoor burning ban was put in effect earlier this week in Wicomico County.)

Virginia votes for redistricting-

Virginia votes for redistricting by narrow margin. Eastern Shore counties outcome split.

(From Shore Daily news reports)

In Tuesday’s referendum, Northampton voted narrowly yes in the effort to redistrict the state.  Accomack voted no.

In Accomack County, 46% of registered voters participated. Of those, 58% voted “no,” totaling 6,963 votes, while 42% voted “yes,” with 5,085 votes.

In Accomack County 58% of the voters voted no. The vote total was 6963. The yes votes represented 42% or 5085.  46% of Accomack County registered voters participated in the referendum.

In Northampton, 51% of the registered voters participated.  2628 voted yes and 2478 voted no,

These totals included early votes and mail in ballots,

Statewide AP reported a razor thin victory for Yes.   Yes got 51% and no received 49%.

Worcester Tech advances to Skills USA national competition-

 
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Worcester Technical High School Students Excel at SkillsUSA State Competition, Advance to Nationals | WORCESTER COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

City of Pocomoke page-

(ai) Recent Facebook Updates (April 2026)

• New "Events in Pocomoke City" Page: The city recently launched a dedicated page to promote local events across the area.
• Wawa Development Update: Local reports and discussions on associated pages have confirmed that the project for a new Wawa site is officially moving forward with annexation readings.
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facebook.com/pocomoke/

A new eye on the weather at SSU-

 

SALISBURY, MD---Salisbury University students exploring careers in meteorology, geosciences, and climatology just received an extensive data upgrade thanks to SU alumnus Mike Seidel ’79, FOX Weather meteorologist and storm specialist.

Seidel’s state-of-the-art WeatherSTEM donation was recently installed atop SU’s Patricia R. Guerrieri Academic Commons.

(View SSU press release)

SU Alumnus Mike Seidel Donates WeatherSTEM - Thursday April 16, 2026 | Salisbury University News

(Connect to the WeatherSTEM dashboard)
https://wicomico.weatherstem.com/salisbury

(Monday evening photos from SSU WeatherSTEM)

Somerset forums with Superintendent-

THIS WEEK- SOMERSET COUNTY Superintendent OF SCHOOLS W. David Bromwell to Host Community Forums Focused on FY27 Budget and School System Priorities

Greenwood Elementary School

Monday, April 20, 2026 — 5:00 PM

Deal Island Elementary School

Wednesday, April 22, 2026 — 5:00 PM

Carter G. Woodson Elementary School

Thursday, April 23, 2026 — 5:00 PM

All Somerset County Public Schools families, staff members, and community residents are encouraged to attend and participate in this opportunity to learn more about the school system’s priorities and planning for the upcoming fiscal year. The forums are intended to provide a welcoming space for community members to hear directly from the superintendent, ask questions, and engage in a constructive dialogue about the FY27 budget, the system’s organizational structure, and how Somerset County Public Schools is aligning its work with the goals and funding requirements of the Maryland Blueprint for Education.

Worcester Board of Ed statement-

 

Board of Education Issues Statement on Employee Charged with Financial Misconduct

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Board of Education Issues Statement on Employee Charged with Financial Misconduct | WORCESTER COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Time←←Machine: 100 years ago this week in Pocomoke's newspaper; 1944- oil on Eastern Shore?

 

January 1944  ..

The Morning News (Wilmington) 

tkforppe@yahoo.com

Have the dough? Iconic restaurant available-

 

WACHAPREAGUE 

Want a restaurant? Island House listed for $2.8M

Pocomoke police introduce enhanced public communication tools-

 (WBOC)

POCOMOKE CITY, Md. - Pocomoke City Police have launched a new mobile app and updated website, a move city and police leaders say is aimed at getting accurate information to the public more quickly while expanding access to safety resources and department information.

(View news story) 

Pocomoke police launch app, website to speed public updates and expand access to information | Latest News | wboc.com

Support Little League with your attendance-

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Posted Schedules

Calendar for Somerset's next school year-

 

Westover, MD – The Somerset County Board of Education (SCBOE) recently approved the academic calendar for the 2026–2027 school year, establishing key dates for students, staff, and families to plan ahead.

(View more about it:)

Somerset County BOE Approves 2026–27 Academic Calendar | Somerset County Public Schools

Live at the Marva: The Lion King Jr.

 

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BUY Lion King Tickets | Theater Academy

Kids Fishing Derby in May-

 

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ACTIVE | Worcester County Recreation & Park

ACLU vs. Somerset Board of Ed-

 (WMDT)

SOMERSET COUNTY, Md. – The American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) of Maryland has filed suit against the Somerset County Board of Education under the Maryland Public Information Act (MPIA).

The legal group says they are seeking to compel the release of public records that Board officials improperly refuse to disclose.

(View news story)

ACLU Maryland Sues Somerset Board of Education - 47abc

Cutback in Somerset Sheriff patrols-

 

(WBOC)

PRINCESS ANNE, Md. - The Somerset County Sheriff’s Office has announced a change to their patrol coverage schedule expected at the end of April due to ongoing staffing shortages.

(View news story)

Somerset County Sheriff’s Office to temporarily scale back weekend patrols amid staffing shortage | Latest News | wboc.com

Former Worcester Board of Ed employee charged-

 

(WMDT)

WORCESTER COUNTY, Md. – The Maryland State Prosecutor has announced that a senior member of the Worcester County Board of Education has been charged with felony theft over one hundred thousand dollars.

Officials say Denise R. Shorts also faces charges of embezzlement and misconduct in office.

(View news story)

Worcester Co. Board of Ed. Official Charged with Felony Theft Scheme, Embezzlement - 47abc