Leader of Wicomico County Public Schools advocates for additional local funding

SALISBURY — The leader of Wicomico County Public Schools reiterated the need for local funding for education during a May 8 chamber event at the civic center. Superintendent Dr. Micah …

SALISBURY — Salisbury University officials have announced plans to further expand downtown, with a $100 million performing arts center that could open within five years. If approved by …
SALISBURY — Nearly 500 people gathered at the Wicomico Youth and Civic Center on May 2 to pray in unison for the greater Salisbury community and the United States. Officials of the 12th …
SALISBURY — Craig Faunce might walk a bit slower these days, but he is more determined than ever to help make Salisbury the cleanest city in Maryland. His latest mission is equipping citizens …
News
People's Community Center
DOVER — Sue Harris and the Rev. Dr. G. Derrick Hodge are attending to the needs of the Dover homeless, while also assisting other individuals in need of life services. The two are …
Things to Do
SMYRNA — Pop-rock band Smash Mouth will headline this year’s 10th anniversary of Smyrna at Night. In the late ‘90s, Smash Mouth embarked on a relentless touring spree, …
Dorchester County
CAMBRIDGE – Maryland State Police are investigating a five-vehicle crash that occurred early this morning in Dorchester County. Shortly after 7 a.m., troopers from the Maryland State …
LEVY COURT
With Kent County Levy Court’s operational budget complete, a Wednesday workshop moved on to $8 million in proposed capital expenditures, for large, one-time items and projects.
GOVERNMENT
DOVER — Less than a day after being introduced in the House of Representatives, a bill implementing a more flexible price cap for services tied to the proposed Delaware hospital cost review …
E-Edition

View this issue of Salisbury Independent or browse other issues.

Salisbury

Salisbury Independent celebrates 10th anniversary

SALISBURY -- We’re celebrating a decade of headlines and deadlines. A decade of celebrating the place we call home. A decade of the Salisbury Independent. “Hello …

Stade and Willey named TidalHealth Team Members of the Month for March 2024

SALISBURY — TidalHealth Primary Care and TidalHealth Specialty Care announce Tina Stade and Chrystal Willey are Team Members of the Month for March 2024. Ms. Stade, Cancer Services …

Wicomico County Executive Julie Giordano gives State of the County address

SALISBURY — Airport improvements, educational funding and recent Maryland General Assembly wins were among topics discussed during the State of the County Address on April 11. Wicomico …
Neighbors

Diocese of Wilmington announces Eucharistic Congress: 'The Eucharist: Source and Summit' this fall

The Diocese of Wilmington has announced an upcoming major spiritual event — the Eucharistic Congress — scheduled for October 5, 2024, at the Roland E. Powell Convention Center in Ocean …

Community Players announce auditions for last show of season

Community Players of Salisbury’s last show of the 2023-2024 season will be the classic Cole Porter Musical “Kiss Me Kate” from June 21 to 23 at Wicomico High School Auditorium. …

Registration open for virtual Alzheimer’s, Dementia Caregivers Conference

SALISBURY — MAC’s 2024 Virtual Alzheimer’s and Dementia Caregivers Conference, “Dementia: Navigating the Journey,” will be held Wednesday, April 24. CEU registration …
Business

National retail chain holding final closing sale at mall in Salisbury

SALISBURY — A national retail chain with a location at The Centre At Salisbury is holding a going-out-of-business sale. Express Inc. is closing its Express Factory store at the mall …

Telewire, Inc. leverages latest technology to optimize customers’ networks

Telewire, Inc., a leading managed technology services provider (MTSP), announced they've...

Salisbury jewelry store holding closing sale

SALISBURY — A Salisbury jewelry store in business for more than a decade is closing its doors. Kyle Edward Fine Jewelry, located at 1131 South Salisbury Boulevard near Salisbury …

More than 1,000 small businesses seek aid amid Baltimore port closure

DUNDALK, Md.— More than 1,000 small businesses have sought emergency federal loans to stay afloat following the March 26 collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge and closure of much of the Port …

Telewire, Inc. invited to attend top technology event of the year

Telewire, Inc., a leading managed technology services provider, has received an exclusive invitation...
Things to do

SU students host art show

Salisbury University art students hold an open studio show and sale 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Thursday, May 9, in Fulton Hall Room 140.
Arts Council  SWAC

SWAC to hold auditions for young performers

Salisbury Wicomico Arts Council (SWAC), 110 W Church St., will hold auditions for student...

St. Peter’s Episcopal Church to host kid-friendly silent film night

On Friday, May 3, at 7 p.m., St. Peter’s Episcopal Church welcomes world-renowned concert organist Peter Richard Conte...
Sports
CAMDEN — Caesar Rodney High closed the regular season with a 3-0 victory over Dover in boys’ volleyball on Wednesday afternoon. The Riders won the match by scores of 25-13, 25-19, …
BOYS’ VOLLEYBALL Caesar Rodney 3, Dover 0 Cape Henlopen 3, Smyrna 0 Indian River 3, Sussex Academy 0 Delmarva Christian 3, Tatnall 0 BOYS’ LACROSSE Archmere 13, Caesar Rodney 3 …
HARRINGTON -  Clark Stables and Tina Clark's That Ole Bar Stool ($3, Art Stafford Jr.) was a 1:55.2 winner in the featured $22,500 Open Trot on Wednesday at Harrington Raceway. …
Opinion
OPINION
Every May, the nation observes Older Americans Month. The 2024 theme is “Powered by Connection,” which recognizes the profound impact that meaningful relationships and social connections have on our health and well-being.
OPINION
Delaware is one of the most attractive states in America to do business. Low corporate taxes, sensible regulation and a reliable court system bring businesses from around the country to our state to set up shop. Delaware has not imposed the bureaucratic red tape of its neighbors — we are open for business.
OPINION
Burning fossil fuels to power our homes, vehicles and industries sickens and kills Americans — and costs us hundreds of billions of dollars.
Even if you don’t have children in school, you are probably aware that education has recently been facing unforeseen challenges. Schools are struggling to combat learning loss and to ensure equity in a world that is often inequitable.
OPINION
Each May, during National Teacher Appreciation Week, Delaware takes a moment to honor and celebrate the incredible contributions of educators across the state.
Many medical organizations have been recommending lung cancer screening for decades for those at high risk of developing the disease. But, in 2022, less than 6% of people in the U.S. eligible for screening actually got screened.
x
X