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Artificial intelligence is harnessed as a diagnostic tool for field testing soybean health conditions. Over time its prediction accuracy will only increase as more photos of soybean disease are added to the AI algorithm.
AI benefits soybean farmers through new app developed by Univ. of Maryland to detect plant health
What if farmers could diagnose crop diseases early with just a cellphone? Well, now, soybean farmers can, with the help of SoyAI, a new, artificial intelligence-powered diagnostic tool from the … more
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Warning issued on phone scam using Somerset County District Court's number
ANNAPOLIS — The Maryland Courts’ Office of Government Relations and Public Affairs is warning of a telephone scam that appears to be from a number   associated with Somerset County … more
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The approximate site of 38° 9’ 36.1” N, 75° 40’ 20.3” W where a telecommunications monopole is proposed off Dublin Road, southwest of the Arden Station Road intersection in Somerset County.
Comments being accepted on proposed monopole's impact on historic sites
A proposal to construct a 199-foot monopole in Somerset County in an area off Dublin Road southwest of the Arden Station Road intersection is now in the factfinding phase by Network Towers LLC. … more
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Trigg Hall dates to 1954 and houses the Department of Agriculture, Food and Resource Science. It is named for the university’s fourth leader, Frank Trigg (1850-1933), when UMES was known as Princess Anne Academy. He served as principal from 1902-1910.
Somerset County supports UMES' request for federal grant to benefit renovation of Trigg Hall
PRINCESS ANNE — The Somerset County Commissioners sent a letter of support for the University of Maryland Eastern Shore’s grant application to the USDA’s National Institute of Food and … more
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Verizon grant helps Long Term Recovery Committee with goal of elevating 100 homes
CRISFIELD — Continued success with its projects and careful financial stewardship helped the Eastern Shore Long Term Recovery Committee receive $100,000 awarded to National VOAD by the Verizon … more
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Somerset County has switched from the CodeRED emergency notification system to Everbridge and residents are urged to enroll to ensure they continue to receive weather and other emergency alerts.
Somerset County Emergency Services urges sign-up to new alert system
PRINCESS ANNE — After eight years utilizing CodeRED, Somerset County Emergency Services has transitioned to the cloud-based Everbridge emergency notification system and wants residents to update … more
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Perry Angelonga, continuing education and workforce development computer coordinator at Wor-Wic Community College, works with the UltiMaker 3D printer at the college’s makerspace. PROVIDED PHOTO
Wor-Wic to hold 3D printing class
SALISBURY — The continuing education division of Wor-Wic Community College will offer a “3D Modeling and Printing Fundamentals” class on two Mondays, Sept. 28 and Oct. 5, from 5 to 7:30 p.m., … more
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Stewart Lundy, co-owner of Perennial Roots Farm in Accomac, Virginia, talks to summer interns participating in UMES' Research and Extension Experiences for Undergraduates program funded by USDA NIFA.
$750,000 grant to UMES shapes agricultural workforce development
PRINCESS ANNE — The University of Maryland Eastern Shore contributes to workforce development in agriculture and related fields through its Research and Extension Experiences for Undergraduates … more
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The School of Veterinary Medicine at UMES anticipates enrolling 50 Maryland and 50 out-of-state students its first year and start classes in the summer of 2027 if its accreditation meets AVMA Council of Education standards.
School of Veterinary Medicine at UMES hopeful to enroll 100 students for summer 2027 start
PRINCESS ANNE — The University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES) continues to move forward in its work to establish Maryland’s first in-state veterinary school. A comprehensive site visit by … more
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Crisfield volunteer firefighters rescue kayakers, disabled boat
CRISFIELD — Crisfield, Deal Island and Mt. Vernon volunteer firefighters were alerted Aug. 2 to assist two individuals who were kayaking and unable to return to Jane Island State Park due to high … more
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There was no entrapment or injury but the collapse of one of the silos at Mountaire's grain mill in Westover was serious, occurring in October 2021. Mountaire is inviting farmers and first responders to a free class on how to recognize grain bin hazards and to respond safely during grain engulfment emergencies.
Farmers, first responders invited to grain mill safety training through Mountaire
BRIDGEVILLE, Del. — To help ensure a safe and successful harvest season, Mountaire’s  Prime Quality Grain division is hosting a free grain safety workshop for farmers and first responders … more
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A living shoreline project managed by the Alliance for the Chesapeake Bay will benefit the Deal Island Wildlife Management Area by protecting 78 acres of marsh from further erosion.
Waterfowl hunting impoundments available at Deal Island and Fairmount Wildlife Management Areas
ANNAPOLIS — The  Maryland Department of Natural Resources  has posted the annual schedule and process for waterfowl hunting at impoundments in the  Deal Island  and  … more
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A new roof goes on a veteran's home in Oaksville through a collaboration led in part by Habitat for Humanity. Habitat now has a $30,000 grant which will be used to make critical repairs to the homes of three veterans in both Somerset and Wicomico counties.
Habitat for Humanity to use grant to make critical repairs to the homes of veterans
SALISBURY — Habitat for Humanity of Wicomico County was recently awarded a $30,000 grant from the Housing Assistance Council through its 2026 Affordable Housing for Rural Veterans Initiative, with … more
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Wor-Wic Community College is located at 32000 Campus Drive. SALISBURY INDEPENDENT/RICHARD CAINES
Wor-Wic Community College spring graduates
SALISBURY — The following students completed their program requirements to graduate with a certificate (CT), associate of applied science (AAS), associate of arts in teaching (AAT), associate of … more
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Your input wanted on how millions in opioid prescription settlement money should be spent
Maryland’s Office of Overdose Response is inviting members of the public to participate in its upcoming town hall series focused on using prescription opioid settlement funds. Marylanders are … more
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The Crisfield Area Chamber of Commerce wants to setup a place for local seafood and farm products to be sold to consumers at its visitors center.
NourishMD program benefits Crisfield Chamber, Becky's Market
ANNAPOLIS — The Maryland Board of Public Works (BPW) has approved $39,500 for the Crisfield Area Chamber of Commerce to establish a community-based “Local Food Marketplace” at the chamber’s … more
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Rodney Todd and his seven children lived on this corner lot, which is now a garden in their memory. They died Easter weekend in 2015 from carbon monoxide poisoning when a generator was left running inside the house. The nonprofit Young Men of Distinction which has been active with the upkeep of this community space is now the official caretaker following a vote by the Princess Anne Commissioners.
Todd Family Garden now managed by Young Men of Distinction
PRINCESS ANNE — Town Commissioner passed stewardship of the Todd Family Garden to the Young Men of Distinction of the Eastern Shore (YMOD), which has been involved with the site along with other … more
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The Museum of Eastern Shore Culture will showcase the story quilts of Dr. Joan M.E. Gaither thanks to a recently announced grant from the Maryland Heritage Areas Authority. SU PHOTO
Beach to Bay Heritage grant supports fiber art project at Museum of the Eastern Shore
SALISBURY — The Museum of Eastern Shore Culture at Salisbury University will continue showcasing fiber art at the downtown Salisbury facility, thanks in part to a Beach to Bay Heritage Area grant … more
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Terry Conway, author of "Business is Simple," was Chief Financial Officer at Perdue Farms when in 1981 he purchased Handy Seafood in Crisfield and transformed it into an international brand, achieving annual sales of $60 million in 2024.
Local business veteran's book is both personal, and a guide for any hardworking entrepreneur
SALISBURY — Terry Conway became a CFO at just 31 and a business owner at 41, spending decades navigating fierce competition, operational setbacks and high-stakes decisions while building a company … more
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Princess Anne, Crisfield police respond to shootings July 21
Princess Anne and Crisfield police departments are innvestigating separate shootings that occurred on Tuesday, July 21. That afternoon at approximately 4:29 p.m., officers with the Princess Anne … more
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