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SALISBURY — The name Tony Sarbanes is synonymous with the city of Salisbury and Wicomico County. A retired educator, Army veteran, coach, administrator, businessman and community leader, …
Three new members have been elected to serve on the Wicomico County Board of Education. Joyce Farrare, who filed with her name on the ballot as a write in candidate, is expected to represent District 1; Emanuel Fletcher III will represent District 3, and Stewart Soper will represent District 5.
SALISBURY — Wicomico County unofficially has a new county executive. Democrat Ernest Davis narrowly defeated incumbent Republican Julie Giordano, garnering 51.01 percent of the vote. Davis …
By Charlotte Ormond, Calista Sybrant, Joe Wicke Capital News Service BALTIMORE _ Gov. Wes Moore won his reelection bid Tuesday defeating his Republican opponent Dan Cox and securing his …
SALISBURY — The Salisbury Independent will be providing results from Maryland's midterm election throughout the night. Polls closed at 8 p.m. GOVERNOR Gov. Wes Moore has been elected to a …
SALISBURY — Maryland Gov. Wes Moore made a closing pitch for the Democratic candidates of Wicomico County to a crowd at First Baptist Church on Oct. 30, three days before Election Day. Moore …
Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development Secretary Jake Day announced a doubling in state funding for the Community Schools Rental Assistance Program at Habitat for Humanity of Wicomico County’s Fruitland headquarters, Wednesday, October 28.
SALISBURY — Earl Holland Jr. has spent most of his life soaking up facts. A fan of the bright, colorful game shows of the 1980s, he got to put his skills to the test on an episode of …

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PRINCESS ANNE — The University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES) School of Veterinary Medicine is now accepting applications for its inaugural Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) class. This marks a …
MARION — Operation Christmas Child is in full swing both here and around the country as shoeboxes are being filled with gifts for National Collection Week, Nov. 16-23. Christ Fellowship Bible …
SALISBURY — The Rotary Club of Wicomico County recently announced that nominations are now open for its “Hero” Award. Designed in partnership with the Salisbury Independent and WMDT, the award …

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SALISBURY — Since its soft opening, Levy Metal has drawn up to 50 people a day to the Salisbury mall in the former LensCrafters location. Those expecting a typical music store are in for a …
SALISBURY — Bagel Bakery Cafe is celebrating its 30th anniversary this year, and many of its regulars have been coming in for breakfast since the day it opened. Owner Kenny Soni didn't originally …
SALISBURY — Farmers Bank of Willards continues to expand throughout Delmarva with its latest groundbreaking in Delmar, Del. Founded in 1925 in Willards, Md., the bank plans to start …
SALISBURY — Salisbury-headquartered engineering firm George, Miles & Buhr, LLC recently announced the promotion of Fredy D. Hernandez-Mejia to Graduate Engineer in the firm’s Site/Sustainable …
SALISBURY — Locally-owned BayRunner Shuttle recently launched Shore Connect, giving rural Eastern Shore communities an accessible transportation option. BayRunner Shuttle officials said the …
SALISBURY — The city of Salisbury has placed a one-year ban on data center proposals, joining a growing trend of government bodies across the United States either limiting or banning the industry. …

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The Oct. 30 event runs from 6-9 p.m. SALISBURY INDEPENDENT/COLE SIMMS

Fright of the Living Salisbury Zoo event gives community members a nostalgic Halloween throwback experience

SALISBURY – The Salisbury Zoo is set to host its first ever Fright of the Living Zoo event on Friday, Oct. 30. Visitors will …
Dr. Daniel Pratson is the next fall seminar series speaker at the Haley A. School of Agriculture & Natural Sciences on Oct. 29.

Connecting people and places to forests is the next fall seminar series topic at UMES

PRINCESS ANNE — A University of Maryland Extension forestry expert will explore the connections between forests and people at the …
The National Christian Choir joined by the Salisbury Children’s Choir for the grand finale of the 2025 Magi Christmas Concert. PROVIDED PHOTO/BONNIE LUNA

Magi Fund Christmas Concert tickets on sale

SALISBURY — The Magi Fund is set to host its annual Christmas concert “Celebrating the Birth of a Savior – the Birth of a …
Youngsters and others with special sensory needs can enjoy games and activities at the Spooktacular Halloween event at the Salisbury Zoo in partnership with the Salisbury University Psychology Department.

Salisbury University, Zoo partner to provide sensory-friendly Halloween fun Oct. 23

During the Halloween season, when “going wild” is the norm, the Salisbury Zoo provides the perfect setting for family fun with …
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Wicomico Extension office to host inaugural Nutterfest Nov. 7

SALISBURY — The Wicomico Extension Office plans to start a tradition this fall with its inaugural  Nutterfest festival. The …

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I am a business owner in Wicomico County. I’m raising my kids here. My roots here run deep. So does my belief that Wicomico’s best days are ahead of us, not behind us. I’m writing this because …
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As a father, I’ve learned that kids pay attention to more than we think. They learn from the stories we tell them and from the example adults set. I have two boys at home and a daughter due any day now. Like most parents, I want my kids reading books, asking a million questions and using their imaginations. I want them to learn to be curious, thoughtful and kind.
The Wicomico County Council deserves our gratitude for introducing emergency legislative bill 2026-11 at their August 18 meeting. This proposed bipartisan bill will provide new oversight and much …

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In just 37 days, our community did something amazing. Despite a massive misinformation campaign by Mayor Randy Taylor using taxpayer resources, such as the city’s Facebook and other official …
Over the course of my career, I have devoted myself to upholding the rule of law in Maryland’s courtrooms and public institutions. As a former Deputy State’s Attorney for Anne Arundel …
In recent months, there has been significant discussion regarding the City’s repeal of collective bargaining. Opinions have varied widely, particularly around its impact on both the financial …

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