From and Fuller: The GOP Redistricting of Texas and Democrats Down in the Polls
https://youtu.be/qUH72FmTyDI”/] Every Thursday, the Spy hosts a conversation with Al From and Craig Fuller on the most topical political news of the moment. This week, From and Fuller discuss the impact of the proposed Texas redistricting of its congressional map, which aims to gain five new GOP members to protect the Republican majority in the […]
Origins by Angela Rieck
Our vocabulary would not be complete without idioms and sayings. But I wondered the other day where these originated. So I compiled a list: Cut to the chase—get to the point. This idiom comes from the film industry. Early films often had long storylines before getting to the chase scene. Red-letter day—an auspicious, good day. […]
Design with Jenn Martella: The Hosier Farm at Great Oak Manor, circa 1783-1795
Since my move to the Eastern Shore twenty years ago, I have enjoyed learning more about my adopted home’s historic architecture through day trips and research. A customer I met through hosting wine tastings at Piazza Italian Market suggested I visit the Lands Point winery near Chestertown. He mentioned that his sister and brother-in-law are […]
Looking at the Masters: Spain in the Golden Age – Cordoba
The Golden Age of Spain lasted from 711 until 1492 CE. Muslims migrated from Arabia across the straights of Gibraltar to the Iberian Peninsula of Spain and settled in what they called Al-Andalus. Originally part of the Holy Roman Empire, the region was conquered in the 5th Century by the Visigoths, who were Germanic Christians. […]
Compass Offers Volunteer Training October 21 and 23
Compass will be offering a two-day training session this October for individuals interested in becoming patient care volunteers. We are especially looking for volunteers in Caroline County to help support local families. Training Dates: October 21 & October 23 Time: 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Location: Hope & Healing Conference Room, Barnette Center 255 Comet […]
State Officials Launch 10-Year Plan to Boost Supports for Growing Senior Population
Across the United States, health officials are bracing for the rising population of senior citizens expected in the next couple years, as “Baby Boomers” approach retirement age and will likely need additional supports to secure affordable housing options, health care and other resources. In what it calls the “Graying of America,” the U.S. Census Bureau […]
Allegro Academy Scholarships
Allegro Academy, Easton’s only non-profit conservatory, brings music to Talbot County and beyond by providing exceptional music education and performance experiences and by making these offerings affordable to all. Advancing its mission, The Academy is pleased to announce its private lesson scholarship program for the 2025-2026 academic year. Private lesson scholarships will be awarded to […]