Member Updates
Chestertown Farmers Table will celebrate its FORMAL GRAND OPENING Saturday, May 11th. The public is invited to celebrate the occasion and to experience the farm fresh experience. The Celebration will start at 8am and throughout the day. The Main festivities and Ribbon Cutting will take place from 3pm - 7pm… Closing at 8pm.
After 30 years with Willow Construction, Vice President Bernard A. “Andy” Cheezum Jr., CHC, has announced his plan to retire, effective December 31, 2024. Cheezum began his career at Willow in 1989, working part-time as a Project Coordinator while completing his bachelor’s degree in construction management from the University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES). Upon his graduation in 1990, he left Willow to pursue a career with a national general contractor based in Baltimore, Maryland, where he gained valuable experience. In 1994, Cheezum returned to the Eastern Shore and restarted his career at Willow as a Project Manager.
Benedictine is pleased and honored to announce that it has been awarded $1.8 million in Fiscal Year 2024 Congressionally Directed Spending through the Omnibus Spending Bill under the Department of Housing and Urban Development. The funding, requested and secured by U.S. Senators Ben Cardin and Chris Van Hollen (D-Md.), will support the construction of a new school residential facility. Senators Cardin and Van Hollen’s support and advocacy was instrumental in Benedictine’s request.
The YMCA of the Chesapeake (YOC) announces changes to its leadership and the addition of a new position, Director of Pickleball. Wendy Palmer will transition from her role as the Executive Director at the Easton Family YMCA to serve as the Director of Chronic Disease and Prevention programs. Shania Gregory will return to Easton as the Executive Director for the Easton Family YMCA and the Y @ Washington, and Jon Beasley has been hired as the new Director of Pickleball for the YOC.
Echo Hill Outdoor School (EHOS), dedicated to fostering environmental stewardship and outdoor education, is proud to announce the appointment of Peter P. Rice III as its new Executive Director. With a deep background in outdoor education, event management, and strategic planning, Rice brings a wealth of experience and a passion for environmental education to his new role. Rice has been an integral part of the Echo Hill Outdoor School team since 2014, serving in various capacities including Interim Executive Director, Assistant Director, Senior Naturalist, and USCG Captain.
The application period to join Kent County Public Schools' Citizen Advisory Committee has been extended. The Citizen Advisory Committee is a channel for public concerns, advice and communication and, as requested, will make recommendations on topics and issues impacting Kent County Public Schools' educational programs and activities.
The Animal Care Shelter for Kent County (ACSKC) proudly announces the launch of Biz Barks, its year-long Business Sponsorship Program. Developed to support the ACSKC’s mission to rescue, rehabilitate, and rehome animals in need, Biz Barks provides regional businesses with the opportunity to meaningfully contribute to the welfare of animals in Kent County while receiving exclusive benefits and recognition at various sponsorship levels.
The Town of Rock Hall has engaged Rivers & Roads Consulting, a leading consultancy based in Easton, Maryland, to conduct a comprehensive feasibility study for the establishment of a marine trades workforce training center. This initiative, funded by The Upper Shore Regional Council, aims to address the evolving needs of the marine trades sector in Rock Hall and support the growth and sustainability of the local economy.
