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For Homicide
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By Guy Leonard
Staff Writer
A St. Marys District Court Judge upheld the no-bond status of Patrick Henry
Bush, 51, of Lexington Park, who police
have charged with the first-degree murder
of Cecelia Darlene Stubbs, 50, who lived
on Windsor Lane in the Southhampton
community.
Assistant States Attorney Laura Caspar
argued that the seriousness of the charges
against Bush, matched up with his history
of violence, particularly against women,
demanded that he remain incarcerated.
She noted several cases in which Bush had
been convicted of battery and first-degree
assault against women in the past.
He does pose a flight risk because of
the amount of [prison] time hes facing,
Caspar told Judge Christy Holt Chesser in
District Court Wednesday. The charges
speak for themselves he stabbed this
woman multiple times.
Police responded to Windsor Court
Teusday for what they termed a serious
assault and had Stubbs taken to a hospital
for treatment where she later died.
Police found her in her front yard suffering from multiple stab wounds; police
learned that Bush had fled the scene in
Stubbs 2013 Nissan Altima.
Police broadcast
a lookout warning on Bush and
after a brief vehicle chase Calvert
deputies captured
him on Route 231
in Charles County.
Bush also faces
second-degree
murder charges as
well as first-andsecond-degree as- Pictured: Bush
sault and vehicle theft charges.
According to on-line court records Bush
was sentenced to 12 years in state prison
for first-degree assault back in 2002, but
several years before that in 1998 he pleaded guilty to second-degree assault with an
eight year prison sentence but much of that
was suspended.
Police sources have said that the homicide was most likely domestic in nature; on
the first-degree murder charge along Bush
faces life in prison.
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The final phase of a major housing subdivision will up be up for preliminary approval July 11 at the countys Planning
Commission meeting.
The commission will hear the case of
Elizabeth Hills, located on Indian Bridge
Road in Great Mills, and will focus on the
approval of just 10 more townhomes and
seven single family lots.
The development is one of the largest
currently under construction in the Lexington Park Development District at just
over 100 acres, with more than 250 residential lots available.
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abolshing that policy in the wake of the decline of the local and national economy,
which had predictable negative impacts on
home construction.
Back in 2008, when the AGP was established, there was unparalleled growth
and diminishing public facilities, in particular, a lack of school capacity, according to county planners who have asked the
planning commission to support them in
rescinding the policy.
The policy was first enacted, though, by
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The planning commission meeting set
for Monday starts at 6:30 p.m. at the Chesapeake Building in Leonardtown.
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The above Petitioner has filed a Petition for Change of Name in which she
seeks to change her name from Carly Elizabeth Hodges to Evin Lee Hodges. The
petitioner is seeking a name change for the following reason:
This is my preferred name and I want to obtain proper identification.
Any person may file an objection to the Petition on or before the 30th day
of July 2016. The objection must be supported by an affidavit and served upon the
Petitioner in accordance with Maryland Rule 1-321. Failure to file an objection or
affidavit within the time allowed may result in a judgment by default or the granting
of the relief sought.
A copy of this Notice shall be published one time in a newspaper of general circulation in the county at least fifteen (15) days before the deadline to file an
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Investigators with the Maryland State Police have arrested and charged a woman they
say aided in the armed robbery of the PNC
Bank in Charlotte Hall back in October of last
year.
Regina Rachelle Jackson, 47, faces charges
of armed robbery, assault first-degree, using
a firearm in the commission of a felony and
theft of less than $1,000; police said that Jackson, who lives in Washington, D.C., was the
girlfriend of Troy Tyrone Wertz, the perpetrator of the bank robbery, and acted as the
getaway driver in the heist.
Wertz pleaded guilty to the armed robbery
back in May and received a 15 year sentence.
According to charging documents filed in
county District Court against Jackson numerous video surveillance cameras in the area of
the robbery showed her in a car waiting for
Wertz during the robbery and picking him up
when he came out of the bank.
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Jackson was arrested June 29 at her residence in Washington, D.C. police said by
members of the Metropolitan Police Departments Fugitive Apprehension Unit; state
police traveled to the District jail where they
brought her back to St. Marys to stand trial.
Wertz was taken into custody Oct. 23 and
extradited to St. Marys County.
According to charging documents filed
against Wertz in county District Court, the
defendant had been released from a 21-year
prison sentence after being convicted of attempted murder and malicious wounding of a
victim using a firearm.
Wertz admitted to entering the bank,
dressed in black while sporting a band-aid
across the bridge of his nose, and demanding
money while threatening that he had a gun,
according to police.
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in 1976, was just the first step. The construciton of the new station, which is just onestory with a much larger footprint, ran into
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with the listing details by 12 p.m. on the Tuesday prior to our Thursday publication.
Month Long
Friday, July 8
Bible School
(8505 Old Leonardtown Rd., Hughesville) 9 a.m. to Noon
Hughesville Baptist Church will be having their annual Vacation Bible School
for children 4 years old thru 6th grade on
June 27 thru July 1 from 9 am until noon.
The theme is Submerged: Finding Truth
Beyond the Surface. Go to our web site
www.Hughesville Baptist.com for a registration form. The Church is located at
8505 Old Leonardtown Road, Hughesville,
Md. For more info dial 240-254-2765 or
301-274-3672. Also like us on Face book.
Saturday, July 9
Point Lookout Lighthouse Open House
Point Lookout State Park (St. Marys City)
- 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
The Point Lookout Lighthouse Preservation Society will welcome visitors to the
Point Lookout Lighthouse, located in the
Point Lookout State Park in Scotland, MD.
Docents from the Point Lookout Lighthouse Preservation Society will be on hand
to answer your questions. No charge to enter the lighthouse, however standard park
entrance fees apply. Donations greatly appreciated, and all funds go toward restoring
the lighthouse to the 1927 time period. For
additional information, please visit www.
PLLPS.org or send e-mail to info@pllps.
org If you are interested in volunteering at
the lighthouse, please e-mail us at: volunteer@pllps.org
Monday, July 11
Mini Cheer Clinic (must pre-register)
Ryken High School (Leonardtown) - 8 a.m.
to 4 p.m.
4 day Mini Cheer Clinic hosted by the Pax
River Raiders. Cost: $130.00. Ages: 5-14.
Special Guests: UCA Cheer Instructors and
a Wizard Girl. For more information and to
register, visit www.paxriverraiders.org.
Sunday, July 10
Breakfast All-Can-Eat-Addition of
Bacon
2nd District VFD&RD (45245 Drayden
Rd., Valley Lee) - 8 to 11 a.m
MENU: Scrambled Eggs, Home Fried
Potatoes, Pancakes, French Toast, Sausage Links, Ham, BACON, Hot Biscuits,
Creamed Chipped Beef, Spiced Applesauce, & Grits, Assorted juices, milk and
coffee will be available. NEW PRICING: Adults - $9.00; Children 6 - 12 $5.00; Children 5 & under are free. For
more information call: 301-994-9999.
Mini Cheer Clinic (must pre-register)
Ryken High School (Leonardtown) - 8 a.m.
to 4 p.m.
4 day Mini Cheer Clinic hosted by the Pax
River Raiders. Cost: $130.00. Ages: 5-14.
Special Guests: UCA Cheer Instructors and
a Wizard Girl. For more information and to
register, visit www.paxriverraiders.org.
3rd Annual Craft Fair & Holiday
Boutique
(21707 Three Notch Rd., Lexington Park) 9 a.m.
3rd Annual Craft Fair and Holiday Boutique Fundraiser to Help Veterans. PREVIOUS VENDORS PLEASE NOTE: Ladies Auxiliary Fleet Reserve Association
(LAFRA) Unit 93 is planning their 3rd
annual Craft Fair and Holiday Boutique to
be held on Saturday, November 05, 2016 9
a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Branch, 21707 Three
Notch Road, Lexington Park Maryland.
Previous participating vendors may register beginning June 20. Registration and
payment must be received by June 30th
to reserve a spot. July 01, 2016 registration will be opened to the public. Registration deadline is September 30th, 2016.
Registration and a check may be mailed
to LAFRA Unit 93, P.O Box 93, Patuxent River, MD 20670 or may be dropped
off at Travel Leaders, 22325 Greenview
Parkway, Ste. 1-C Monday Friday 9am
to 530pm, ask for Lori. Email fralafra93@
md.metrocast.net to get a Registration
Form or drop by Branch 93 between 1
to 8 p.m. daily and weekends. Questions, call Unit President at 301-481-9655.
Fried Chicken Dinner
Knights of Columbus Hall (Ridge) - 11:30
a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Fried chicken dinner at the Knights of Columbus hall, Saint Michaels Council, in
Ridge. Dine-in; carryout , dinners until
5p.m.; $12. Dessert available. At the junction of Routes 5
and 235 in Ridge. For more info. call 301872-4641 or 301-852-9228.
Tuesday, July 12
To submit your event listing to go in our Community Calendar, please email timescalendar@countytimes.net
with the listing details by 12 p.m. on the Tuesday prior to our Thursday publication.
prsents.com) will again offer beginner piano/keyboard classes at the Loffler Senior
Activity Center starting Tuesday, July 12,
and continuing through Aug. 16 at 1 p.m.
The cost for the lessons is $100 for 6 sessions and includes instruction, texts and
corresponding CD. Additionally, you will
need to invest in an inexpensive keyboard
($50-$100+ available at local stores and online.) Payment for the lessons can be made
directly to Dr. Jefferson on the first day of
class. Pre-registration is required by July
10. For questions or to sign up, call 301-7375670, ext. 1658.
CSM Twilight Performance Series: The
Dave Chappelle Band
(22950 Hollywood Rd., Leonardtown) 6:30 p.m.
A native of Washington, D.C, Dave Chappell is one of the most sought-after and respected blues, rockabilly, country and rock
composers in the area. The performance
will be presented as part of CSMs Twilight Performance Series. Bring a picnic
and a lawn chair or blanket (no alcoholic
beverages permitted). Performers subject
to change. Free. 301-934-7828. www.csmd.
edu/arts
Wednesday, July 13
Little Pirates!
Historic St. Marys City (47414 Old State
House Rd., St. Marys City) - 10 to 11 a.m.
Ahoy, mateys! Become a pirate for the day,
and storm the Maryland Dove. There might
be hidden treasure along the way! Designed
for children 3-6 years old and an accompanying adult. $10 per child ($8 Friends members); one accompanying adult free. Space
is limited. Registration required: (240)
895-4990 or info@HSMCdigshistory.org.
www.HSMCdigshistory.org.
Wednesday Night Prayer
Hollywood Church of the Nazarene (Sotterley Rd., Hollywood) - 7 to 7:30 p.m.
This is an ecumenical event open to the
public and free. This is not a service but
a time of prayer. Prayer warriors will be
available to pray with you or pray by yourself at our alter or in our prayer room. You
may send a personal Facebook request for
prayer at our Facebook page Hollywood
Church of the Nazarene and we will include you in our prayer time. For more
information contact Terri at 301-884-8082
Thursday, July 14
Little
Pirates!
Historic St. Marys City (47414 Old State
House Rd., St. Marys City) - 9 to 10 a.m.
Ahoy, mateys! Become a pirate for the day,
and storm the Maryland Dove. There might
be hidden treasure along the way! Designed
for children 3-6 years old and an accompanying adult. $10 per child ($8 Friends members); one accompanying adult free. Space
is limited. Registration required: (240)
895-4990 or info@HSMCdigshistory.org.
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Professional Performance:
CSM Theater Performers
The Sneetches and
OtherStories
Free professional performances: CSM Theater Performers The
Sneetches and Other Stories will be
held on Monday, July 18. The College
of Southern Maryland theater group
present The Sneetches and Other Stories a play based off of the famous
book by Dr. Seuss. This fun story is
sure to entertain viewers of all ages.
The performance will be held at Margaret Brent Middle School at 10 a.m.,
at Leonardtown Elementary School at
12:30 p.m., and at the Lexington Park
Library at 3 p.m. No registration, all
ages!
Beginner Crocheting
forTeens
Leonardtown Library will hold
Beginner Crocheting for Teens on
Wednesday, July 20 from 1 p.m. to
3 p.m. Teens ages 11 18 can create
something cool with yarn! Learn terminology and techniques while making a basic crochet creation. Supplies
provided. Registration required on
www.stmalib.org.
Computer Basics 4:
Introduction to Email
Lexington Park Library will hold
Computer Basics 4: Introduction to
Email on Thursday, July 21 from 2
p.m. to 4 p.m. Part four of a four part
series. Set up your personal email account and learn how to compose an
email. Explore various email providers
and the features and tools they offer.
Adult classes are limited to ages 16 and
up. Registration required on www.stmalib.org or call 301-863-8188.
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Thursday, July 7
Monday, July 11
Astronomy Night
Calvert Library Fairview Branch (8120
Southern Maryland Blvd, Owings)- 9
p.m.
Sunset Concert Festival
ODonnell Lake (10400 ODonnell Lake
Park, Waldorf)- 7 p.m.
Team Trivia
The Ruddy Duck Brewery (13200 Dowell
Rd., Dowell)- 7 p.m.
Drivin Muzzy
The Ruddy Duck Brewery (13200 Dowell
Rd., Dowell)- 8 to 11 p.m.
Friday, July 8
Saturday, July 9
Entertainment
SHARKFEST!
Calvert Marine Museum (14200 Solomons Island Rd, Solomons)- 10 a.m. to 5
p.m.
Sunday, July 10
Second Sundays
The Ruddy Duck Brewery (13200 Dowell
Rd., Dowell)- 3 to 6 p.m.
3rd Annual Craft Fair & Holiday
Boutique
(21707 Three Notch Road, Lexington
Park)- 9 p.m.
Tuesday, July 12
Team Feud
The Ruddy Duck Brewery (13200 Dowell
Rd., Dowell)- 6:30 p.m.
Sea Squirts
Calvert Marine Museum (14200 Solomons Island Rd, Solomons)- 10 to 10:30
a.m. and 11 to 11:30 a.m.
Wednesday, July 13
Thursday, July 14
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Take part in this award-winning, timetested program for people over 60 designed to help manage falls and increase
activity levels. The Northern Senior Activity Center will offer the A Matter of
Balance class series on Mondays July
11-Aug. 29 from 1-3 p.m. This course is
nationally recognized for its teachings: to
view falls/fear of falls as controllable, to
set realistic goals for increasing activity, to
make changes to reduce falls at home and
to exercise to increase strength and balance. This eight-week class series is led by
two trained coaches to guide you through
this program. Each class is two hours in
length and is primarily lecture/discussion
with approximately 30 minutes of exercise
each session beginning in the third week.
All materials are provided for free. Space
is limited. To sign up for this series in advance, please visit the signup table or call
301-475-4002, ext. *3101.
Basket Weaving
Learn and practice the art of basket
weaving at the Garvey Senior Activity
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Participants will make a rectangular basket with curls. The finished product measures about 5 x 7. Some choice in colors
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Contributing Writer
Time
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be fined 600 pounds of tobacco or 30 shillings by the Court here adjudged according
to the Act of Assembly.
Thomas Burch must have had a crisis
of conscience because at the end of these
proceedings when the court was contemplating whether Leah was to be fined or
suffer corporal punishmentThomas
Burch, offered to pay Leahs fine and she
was dismissed.
My assumption is that the twins Leah
gave birth to had died otherwise Thomas
Burch would have been ordered to provide
support for them. Leah disappears from
the records after this, but Thomas Burch
lived on until about 1765. He was already
married and had children when this event
occurred.
Further, Thomas Burch (son of Oliver
Burch and Barbara Tennison) and Leah
Noe (daughter of John Noe, Sr. and Sarah
Tennison) were first cousins. Barbara and
Sarah Tennison were the daughters of Justinian Tennison and Catherine Gresham.
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were permissive fathers who were happiest with their children around. Woodrow
Wilson, despite his dour reputation, was
lighthearted with his kids, too.
John Tyler was an example of a DoubleDealing Dad. He had nine children with
his first wife, seven kids with his second
wife, and a rumored fifty-two children by
slaves and free black women. He didnt
publicly acknowledge any of the latter, nor
did Warren Harding, Thomas Jefferson, or
Grover Cleveland publicly acknowledge
their illegitimate offspring.
John Quincy Adams, his son John Adams, and Dwight Eisenhower were tiger
dads who demanded exceptional behavior
from their children. Harry Truman, Rutherford Hayes and Barack Obama go in the
nurturer category. And Franklin Pierce
never recovered from the death of his
youngest son, nor has George H.W. Bush,
the death of his preschool daughter decades
ago.
Imagine having a family of your own
and then being responsible for 124 million
more families. Some Presidents have done
well at both and some, as youll see in First
Dads, were real duds.
Much of that, of course, is a matter of
conjecture and history but author Joshua
Kendall takes things a little further in this
book. Here, we get an idea of the parenting
the presidents received and the childhoods
they enjoyed (or didnt) which, perhaps,
affected the kind of parenting they gave
their own children. Kendall also reveals
what it was like for the wives of these men,
the emotional legacy they left their children, and what became of those sons and
daughters.
This is a great book for Dad the Historian or Grandpa, whos a political animal.
Its an absorbing summer read, too, so if
you need a book thatll last awhile, First
Dads could be very dear.
This is when
mothers get maudlin,
sometimes
weepy, and always
nostalgic. It is of
course, when one of
their children have a
birthday. Today, my
younger son, Ryan
turns 29; one of the
ages where many people stop and say they
are that age forever. The other forever
age being 39. Jack Benny made a running
gag of this throughout his comedic career,
as do many movie stars. My mother said
she was 39 for as long as I can remember.
I am trying to not get too nostalgic or
even weepy, or to embarrass Ryan, but I
want to post baby and childhood pictures
of him soooo bad on facebook. Oh no, I am
THAT mother. Next year, when he turns
30, I think I will let loose with the pictures
Ryan should feel bad for making me feel
older knowing that my baby has turned 30.
I think every mother wants everyone to see
how cute and special their child is. And in
an effort to keep the mom privilege alive
of embarrassing your children every day, I
am adding a photo of Ryan at 2 months.
Sorry Ry.
Both my sons are good, kind-hearted,
hard-working men, whom I am so proud of
and love so much. That cant be a bad thing
can it? Ryan has never shied away from
helping with any kind of work, whether it
was helping me with art shows, the frame
shop, his father, or step-father. I can call
Ryan from anywhere anytime if I am in
need of help or just want to pal around on
a Saturday morning with him and his sons;
my littlest grandsons, Liam and Carson. I
am proud of Ryans moral character and his
sense of humor, both much needed in this
world.
I dont think Dads get like this. My experience is that they are happy for their kids
to leave the roost, go off to get older and be
responsible for their own lives, and to con-
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Contributing Writer
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an opening came up at Three Mile Island. Fortunately for all of us, that opportunity didnt come
about and the ODonnell family became rooted
here in Calvert County. He and Lori agreed this
would be a great place to live and raise a family!
As Ed McMann would tell Johnny Carson, You
are correct sir! My wife and I felt the same way
having travelled all over the world upon being
stationed here at NAS Pax River in 1979. It was
one, if not, the best decisions we ever made!!!
Oh, there is so much more I can tell you about
this great individual, about his two decades of
work with the American Legion Maryland Boys
State each summer, his work with the American Red Cross as a Board Member of the Calvert County Chapter, his work in the Navy as
coordinator of their smoking cessation program
done in conjunction with the American Cancer
Society to mention just a few. Serving others has
always been a strong part of his life. It is who he
is and he wouldnt have it any other way. And
he doesnt see anything changing any time soon
just because he is stepping down as our Delegate.
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