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In today's newsletter:

  • Recognize this suspect from a Salisbury market burglary?
  • How a new study could reshape Salisbury's busy commercial port
  • Why Salisbury Pride is off the calendar until October 2027

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Today's riddle: What do you call a one-legged Big Foot? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Tuesday: Pleasant with variable clouds, with a high of 76 and low of 58 degrees.
  • Wednesday: Partly sunny, temps: high: 78, low: 62.
  • Thursday: Mostly sunny and humid, with a high of 82 and low of 64 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. B&J Market Burglarized; Wicomico Deputies Investigate (wmdt.com) — Deputies are investigating a late-night burglary at B&J Market in Salisbury, where a suspect smashed a glass door and stole cash, lottery tickets, and cigarettes worth about $2,400. Detailed clothing and shoe descriptions were released, and anyone who recognizes the person is urged to call the Wicomico County Sheriff's Office to help move the case forward.
   

2. Wicomico County seeks state help planning future of Port of Salisbury (wboc.com) — Wicomico County leaders are seeking state support to study the long-term future of the Port of Salisbury, a major economic engine for the city and region. The review would assess infrastructure needs, new cargo opportunities, and dredging requirements, helping decide how much local tax money to invest and how the port can keep supporting jobs, businesses, and river navigation for decades.
   

3. Salisbury Pride postponed to 2027, organizers cite federal delays (wboc.com) — Salisbury's annual Pride parade and festival will not be held this year, with organizers pushing the next full-scale event to October 2027 due to federal delays in processing their name change and related sponsorship issues. Shore Pride Alliance, formerly Salisbury PFLAG, plans to keep smaller monthly and quarterly gatherings going and may host additional events during LGBTQIA+ History Month while recruiting volunteers and vendors for 2027.
   

4. SGA Launches New Podcast for Student Outreach (thesuflyer.com) — Salisbury University students now have a new way to follow campus issues through "SGA on the Fly," a podcast created by the Student Government Association to boost transparency and accessibility. Led by SGA President Lanah Riley, the show highlights student concerns and features spotlights on registered student organizations, with early episodes already streaming on major platforms for easy access.
   

5. Police chief killed in head-on collision with delivery driver (cleveland.com) — A Salisbury man driving a delivery truck was involved in a head-on collision that killed Denton Police Chief George Bacorn Jr. in Talbot County, prompting a statewide outpouring of grief. Maryland State Police are still investigating why the truck crossed the center line, while state leaders, including the governor, have ordered flags lowered and praised Bacorn's long public service.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Lots of friends available for adoption at the Wicomico humane society!
    If you can't adopt, consider volunteering to walk dogs. I just started a couple weeks ago and they are all sweethearts! (Nextdoor Camden)
  • Liz has been taking care of my pets for many years.
    She spends quality time with them while we are away. Sends updates and pictures. (Nextdoor Anchors)
  • LongHorn Steakhouse posted a job opening for Line Cook in Salisbury. Apply here.
  • Target posted a job opening for Seasonal: Guest Advocate (Cashier), General Merchandise, Fulfillment, Food and Beverage, Front of Store Attendant (Cart Attendant), Style, Tech, Inbound (Stocking) (T1233) in Salisbury. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Salisbury here.

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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Hop Squatch! (Thank you Terri R. for sending it in!)
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