ANOTHER 'BIG' YEAR?
Organizers, anglers hope '09 tourney brings same excitement as '08
T he 36th installment of the White Marlin Open, one of the largest billfish tournaments in the world, is scheduled to begin Monday, Aug. 3 and continue through Friday, Aug. 7. Full Story
ON THE HUNT…
Participants in the White Marlin Open will be on the lookout for these species: Full Story
NO CHEAP THRILL
Catch big, win big, but getting there is expensive
(July 31, 2009) Every August, the angler who catches the heaviest white marlin during the White Marlin Open tournament in Ocean City usually wins around $1 million in prize money. But that $1 million doesn't come cheap. And it never quite adds up to $1 million. Full Story
To win big, tournament anglers have to enter added entry levels
(July 31, 2009) To win the big bucks in the White Marlin Open, anglers must put money in various tournament pools called added entry skill levels or, calcuttas. Essentially, they are wagering on themselves. Full Story
Not fishing? You can still be part of the action at inlet, weigh-ins
(July 31, 2009) Thousands of spectators are expected to attend the weigh-ins of the 36th annual White Marlin Open next week, as well as watch the fleet of boats leave the inlet each day to head out fishing. The weigh-ins will take place Monday through Friday, Aug. 3-7, from 4-9:15 p.m. at Harbour Island Marina on 14th Street. Full Story
HOROSCOPE
ARIES (March 21 to April 19) Technology snafus tax your patience. But before you throw that computer or other bulky hardware into the trash, take a deep breath and call someone knowledgeable for help. TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) Don't be too upset if your generosity goes unappreciated. These things happen, and rather than brood over it, move on. Full Story
COMMUNITY BRIEFS
Graduates Amy Marie Wood of Ocean City has graduated from the Savannah College of Art and Design. Wood earned a master of arts degree in graphic design. Beach rescue Barefoot Wine and the Surfrider Foundation are traveling coast to coast cleaning up the nation's beaches with the "Barefoot Wine Beach Rescue Project. Full Story
As summer nears end, check for stray visitors who try to stay
No one wants to go back to reality; livin' here is so easy
(July 31, 2009) Fasten those seatbelts and hang in there, kids, the summer's end ride is always the bumpiest. Don't look for that word in your English book. With only 37 more days until Labor Day, it could become downright treacherous. When your guests leave, check your closets and under the bed for strays. Full Story
History of Boardwalk brought to life in new museum exhibit
Postcards, photographs, rides create visual timeline of OC attraction's growth
(July 31, 2009) What's the one place you can go to see all the Boardwalk icons of the past in once place? The Ocean City Life-Saving Station Museum, of course. Laughing Sal, Bruno the bulldog and Boardwalk Elvis are all on display in the museum's newest exhibit, "The Boardwalk of Yesterday. Full Story
Underestimating power of ocean can be dangerous for swimmers
Visitors urged to be wary of potential rip currents
(July 31, 2009) August is here. Traditionally, this is the height of the tropical storm season, which has the greatest impact on ocean conditions. The beaches are overflowing with people and so is the water. Full Story
KIWANIS KNOWS ABOUT PORK
Susanne Zilberfarb, president of Hammond Media, Inc., recently discussed with members of the Kiwanis Club of Greater Ocean Pines-Ocean City the big changes in the pork industry during the last 50 years that helped to make pork the United States' largest meat export. The July 22 presentation comes just weeks before the club's Carolina Pork Barbecue fundraiser, scheduled for Aug. 8, 1-5 p.m., at White Horse Park. Joining Zilberfarb after her presentation is Dan Peletier, Kiwanis vice president. Full Story
Sand Castle Tour ticket holders may visit Moore home
(July 31, 2009) For the second time in as many years, Leighton Moore, owner of Seacrets, will hold a party at his home on Sept. 24, following the first day of the Art League of Ocean City's fifth annual Sand Castle Home Tour. Full Story
FORMER PREP STANDOUTS ASSIST LACROSSE CAMP
Young athletes in Worcester Preparatory School's summer lacrosse camp take time out from learning skills and playing in games. Led by Worcester Prep coaches Kevin Gates (back right) and Jim Shreeve (back left), the campers were assisted by former Prep varsity stars, some of whom have gone on to play lacrosse at Washington College, Georgetown University, Penn, Harvard and Haverford. Full Story
HOME AWAY FROM HOME?
An Arrowshaped Spider, an orbweaver in the genus Micrathena, is one of the most colorful and easily recognized spiders in Florida. This one, however, has made its home at an Ocean Pines residence. Orbweavers are generally harmless, but they can be a nuisance when they build large webs in places such as doorways. Despite their formidable appearance, orbweaver spiders are not considered dangerous. Their coloring and sharp spines discourage birds from eating them. Full Story
Annual drive helps Worcester children get school supplies
(July 31, 2009) Worcester County G.O.L.D. (Giving Other Lives Dignity), Inc., is seeking sponsors for its annual "School Supplies for Students" adopt-afamily program. Full Story
Purnell Museum's summer program continues Aug. 12
(July 31, 2009) The next project in a series of summer heritage craft activities, sponsored by the Julia A. Purnell Museum, will take place Wednesday, Aug. 12, from 1-3 p.m., when participants can create a Sunbonnet Sue collage, just like fiber artist and museum namesake Julia Purnell used to make. Full Story
OCADC ANNUAL PICNIC
Jim Richardson, right, and President Lanny Hickman, members of the Ocean City/Assateague Democratic Club, man the grill during the group's annual picnic on July 22, at the pavilion in Fiesta Park on 141st Street. Forty-nine members and guests, including Maryland Delegates Jim Mathias and Norm Conway, gathered for grilled hamburgers and hot dogs, baked beans, potato chips, homemade desserts, cold beer and soft drinks, and good company. Full Story
Legion riders, Blue Knights visit athletes
(July 31, 2009) Members of American Legion Post 166 and the Maryland and Delaware Blue Knights clubs rode their motorcycles from the Harley-Davidson shop in Berlin to Camp Barnes in Frankford, Del. last Tuesday to spend some time with Special Olympic athletes. Full Story
DRAMA STUDENTS PRESENT 'TOM SAWYER'
Students participating in a summer drama camp at Worcester Prep presented "Tom Sawyer" on July 17. The production was directed by teachers Dan Freed and Megan Wallace and student director Elise Harmon. Cast members are, front row from left, Cameron DiPerna, Karlie Southcomb, Melanie Bzezinski, Riley Dickerson, Hannah Arrington, Kendall Holmes, Shea Dowling, Caroline Asplen and Zach Oltman; and back row, Emily Nord, Arella Berger, Victoria Lawrence, Elena LaPlante, Tatjana Kondraschow, Melissa Laws and Tim Lewis. Full Story
Discounted tickets to Jolly Roger part of August benefit
(July 31, 2009) Residents and resort visitors can soon experience the rides and games at Jolly Roger Amusement Park on 30th Street, while also helping to keep area bays clean, when the Assateague Coastal Trust presents its annual "Benefit the Bays" event next month. Full Story
Bill and Sue Wills' show will present portrait of Nixons
(July 31, 2009) Actors Bill and Sue Wills, who have made a career of recreating the lives of U.S. presidents and their wives, will portray President Richard Nixon and his wife, Pat, during an Aug. 25 dinner show at the Carousel Hotel in Ocean City. Full Story
Get a haircut to give a haircut
(July 31, 2009) Next month, Hair Cuttery, the largest family-owned and operated chain of hair salons in the country, will launch its 10th annual "Share A Haircut" program, which provides children in need a fresh haircut to start the new school year. Full Story
Photos
Ron Brooks, owner of the Crabcake Factory USA, center, welcomes former Baltimore Colts to his 120th Street restaurant. The group — including, from left, Dr. Terry Havrilak, Tom Matte, Jim Orr and Don Sullivan — were in the resort for an annual reunion. (At left) Tony and Beth enjoy the outdoor deck at the Crabcake Factory with their daughter, a former Maryland Terrapins lacrosse player. Full Story
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