Kent County eighth-graders marked a major milestone Thursday, June 11 with the middle school's annual promotion ceremony. The morning celebration marks the end of the students' middle school career as they officially become rising freshmen at Kent County High School. Kent County Middle School Principal Mark Buckel and Assistant Principal Kelley Melvin led the promotion ceremony. 

The Kent County Commissioners proudly announce the appointment of Lacey  M. Townsend as the new Kent County Clerk, effective May 2, 2026. Townsend brings nearly a decade of service within Kent County Government and over 15 years of administrative  and financial experience in public service. After joining Kent County Government in 2017, she first served in the  Kent County Parks and Recreation Department as Office Manager, supporting financial operations, customer  service, meeting preparation, and website content management.  

Kent School has officially begun renovations to its Deborah C. Williams Middle School building, marking another significant milestone in the School's Together We Soar Campaign. Work commenced on Monday, June 8, with crews removing cubbies and built-in cabinetry that have served generations of students since the building was originally constructed in the 1970s. The renovation represents Kent School's ongoing commitment to creating learning environments that reflect the needs of today's students while preparing for the future.

Shore United Bank today announced a partnership with Greenlight® Financial Technology, Inc. (“Greenlight”) to better serve families and help the next generation build healthy financial futures. Starting today, Shore United Bank customers will have free† access to Greenlight’s award-winning family finance app, available through the Greenlight for Banks / Greenlight for Credit Unions program. 

University of Maryland Shore Regional Health’s (UM SRH) hospital in Kent County, University of Maryland Shore Medical Center at Chestertown, has been named as one of “100 Critical Access Hospitals to Know in 2026” by Becker’s Hospital Review. UM SRH is a member organization of University of Maryland Medical System.

The Garfield Center for the Arts is excited to continue its popular yearly presentation, “Short Attention Span Theatre”, opening June 19th. The GCA’s annual short play program had its earliest roots in 2005, when it was called “8x10 - The 10-Minute Play Project”. The name was changed to “Short Attention Span Theatre” in 2008. 

The YMCA of the Chesapeake reached more than 600 children and families through water safety education and hands-on learning during National Water Safety Month in May. Branches across the Eastern Shore partnered with schools, youth programs, and families to teach critical skills that can help prevent drowning and build confidence around water.

Kent School proudly celebrated the Graduation of the Class of 2026 during a heartfelt ceremony honoring students’ achievements, growth, and readiness for the next chapter of their educational journeys. Families, faculty, trustees, alumni, and friends gathered to recognize the accomplishments of the graduating class and reflect on the values that have guided students throughout their time at Kent School: curiosity, character, compassion, and a love of learning.

We invite you to join us for a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony on Wednesday, June 17th, at 5:30 pm, at 134 and 136 Prospect Street in Chestertown, MD. These newly completed homes represent a significant milestone in our mission to expand quality, attainable housing opportunities throughout Kent County. Following the ceremony, the duplex will be open for public viewing. 

Choptank Community Health System has recently welcomed licensed certified social worker-clinical Carly Boughner, LCSW-C, and licensed clinical professional counselor Amy Piccaluga, LCPC, to its behavioral health team serving Maryland’s Mid-Shore communities.