Spencer and UConn Win In Elite 8.

Cam Spencer had 12 rebounds, 5 assists and 11 points to lead  the UConn Huskies to an Elite 8 NCAA Basketball win against the U. of Illinois.  The game was close early and was tied at 23-23 late in the first half.  But UConn then went on a 30-0 run to break it wide open.   UConn looks to be on the way to a second national championship in two years.  

Carson Shoop At Campbell U.

Carson Shoop of Davidsonville is a junior at Campbell University and is on their lacrosse team.  Her bio can be read at:  

 https://gocamels.com/sports/womens-lacrosse/roster/carson-shoop/10064

Mary Jane Maggio Passes Away

Mary Jane Maggio of Davidsonville, Maryland, born in Washington, District of Columbia, passed away at the age of 75, on March 10, 2024.

She was predeceased by : her parents, Glenn Woodruff and Edna Woodruff of George's Community College; and her sisters, Dorothy Pearson and Sandra Coleman. She is survived by : her husband Joseph Maggio; her daughters, Lisa Lyn Danna (Joseph, Jr.) of Gambrills and Mary Angela Beattie (Chad) of Severn; her sister Glenda Harrison of Hyattsville; her grandchildren, Joey Danna (Jennifer), Shawn Danna (Cheray), Mary Katherine Beattie and Matthew Beattie; and her great grandchildren, Kylah, Hudson, Gryffin, Callie and Rylie.

A celebration of life was held on Thursday, March 14th 2024 from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM and from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the Kalas Funeral Home and Crematory (2973 Solomons Island Rd, Edgewater, MD 21037). A funeral Mass was held on Friday, March 15th 2024 at 12:00 PM at the Holy Family Catholic Church (826 W Central Ave, Davidsonville, MD 21035).

Spencer and UConn Still In NCAA Tourney

 Cam Spencer has always been a shooter. At Loyola (MD), he shot 44 percent from three as a freshman. At Rutgers, he hit 43.4 percent of his threes and drilled a buzzer-beater to take down the No. 1 team in the country.

So when the Davidsonville, Maryland native transferred to UConn in the offseason, there was no doubt about what he would be asked to do. Spencer would need to take — and make — a lot of threes to keep the spacing of Dan Hurley’s juggernaut offense intact.

So far, Spencer has been an on-court revelation while also fitting in nicely within the culture of the UConn program.

Currently, Spencer is shooting 49.5 percent from the field, 44.6 percent from three, and 91.7 percent from the free throw line with three games left in the regular season. That puts Spencer in the running for the vaunted 50-40-90 club, a collection of the sport’s most elite sharpshooters. To qualify, players must average 50 percent or better from the floor, over 40 percent from three, and over 90 percent from the charity stripe.

Number 1 ranked UConn is in the last 16 teams in the 2024 NCAA tournament.  The next few days will determine if they finish as National Champions.

Alex Ross At Penn State U.

 Alex Ross, son of Christopher and Jennifer Ross of Davidsonville, is a sophomore at  Penn State U. and is on  their lacrosse team.  His bio can be reead at       Alex Ross bio

Ben Robertson At St. Marys College

 Ben Robertson, son of Chip and Becky Robertson of Davidsonvile is a senior at St. Marys College of Maryland and is on their lacrosse team.  You can read his bio at:  https://smcmathletics.com/sports/mens-lacrosse/roster/ben-robertson/8880

Recent Davidsonville Home Sale (711 Sharpsburg)

A two story home (per tax assesssor) on 2.20 acres at 711 Sharpsburg Dr. was sold by AAIA RML LLC to Shaun Crow and Sara Pasker for $691,000.

Niki Miles At U. of Penn.

Niki Miles, daughter of Glen and Ruth Miles of Davidsonville, MD, is a senior at U. of Penn and is on their lacrosse team.  

Niki has a very impressive bio at:   Niki Miles Bio

Cam Spencer Interview

NCAA basketball star Cam Spencer plays for U. of Conn.  In this video he is being interviewed before the start of t he 2024 NCAA tournament.

 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_elVP0KjNJ8

Jordan Miles At High Point U.

Jordan Miles, daughter of Ruth and Glen Miles of Davidsonville, MD, is a junior at High Point University and is on their women's lacrosse team.  Her bio can be read at:    Jordan Miles bio

MTA To Eliminate Some Bus Routes

 The MTA is planning to eliminate some of the buses that stop at the Rt  424 Park and Ride

You can see the list of changes at:  https://www.cbsnews.com/baltimore/news/maryland-transit-administration-proposes-commuter-bus-route-reduction-due-to-lack-of-funding/

Recent Davidsonville Home Sale ( 3508 Horseman)

A two story home on 2.05 acres at 3508 Horseman Way was sold by George Robey to Jamees Caffes and Ashley Strong for $875,000.

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Garrett Leadmon At Duke U.

Garrett Leadmon, son of Jeff and Donna Leadmon of Davidsonville , was a senior at Duke University for the 2024 year andd had an outstanding year on the Duke lacrosse team earning NCAA All Tournament  Team and numerous other honors including All ACC Academic Team.  You can read his bio at:

 Garrett Leadmon At Duke

Statewide Septic Building Destroyed

 

Established in 1963 by Alvin and Mayola Sutphin, Statewide Septic & Backhoe is now run by their son, Alvin Jr., and grandsons Trey and Ethan Sutphin, The company specializes in toilets, septic repair, stormwater management and site development.

In an online post, staff at Statewide Septic & Backhoe said the fire “devastated the building and the family,” adding that the business was still open and operational.

Large Building Fire On Central Ave.

 DAVIDSONVILLE, MD - Officials said a Davidsonville storage facility burned Saturday, causing several explosions and injuring one.

Crews said the injured victim, a business owner, was treated and released on the scene for a minor wound.

The fire department is still investigating the cause, area of origin and estimated dollar loss.

First responders said a passerby reported the blaze in the 400 block of Central Avenue around 7:55 p.m.

A neighbor called 911 minutes later to report that the "whole building" was on fire and that loud "booms" were heard, a press release said.

Firefighters also said explosions could be heard from inside.

A building occupant said the facility had a substantial fuel load, including hydraulic fluid containment, the release stated.

First responders said they called for a second alarm, given the building's size and the amount of fire.

A team of 98 said it used water brought to the scene to protect the attached business and several exposed vehicles.

Crews said they simultaneously set up a sustainable water supply to obtain the amount of water needed to control the main portion of the fire. This area does not have fire hydrants.

It took about three hours to control the blaze, firefighters said

Nick Lilly To Coach Lacrosse At St. Marys

Nick Lilly, a senior at York College in PA ,will work as an intern this summer for Becton Dickinson in Franklin Woods.  Nick is also an assistant lacrosse coach for St. Mary's High School.    Nick played for St. Marys when he was in high school.  

Recent Davidsonville Home Sale (3507 Horseman)

 A one story home on 1,75 acres at 3507 Horseman Way was old by Kevin Richardson to Francis and Janet Diguiseppe for $1,165,000.

Kylie Larges At Palm Beach Atlantic

Kylie Larges, daughter of Chad and Tammy Larges of Davidsonville,  is a junior at Palm Beach Atlantic College and is on their lacrosse t eam.  Her bio can be reat at:  

Kylie Larges bio

Lenora Gross Passes Away

   Mrs. Leonora Myles Gross, 88, of Sands Road, Harwood, MD passed away peacefully on Saturday, February 17, 2024 at home with her family.
    She is survived by her sons: Virgil P. Gross (Rose), Steven Gross (Carrie), Gary Gross, and daughter, Iris D. Harley (Robert); siblings: Bishop Francis S. Myles (Janice), David Myles (Gloria), Delydia Jones, 16 grandchildren and 16 great grandchildren; and a host of other relatives and friends. Mrs. Gross is preceded in death by her husband Samuel Gross, her son Samuel Gross, Jr. (Rachel), brothers Stewart Myles (Betty), John (Daisy), brother-in-law Calvin E. Jones (Delydia), and sisters Helen Pinkney (John) and Daisy Harris.
    The funeral service was held on Saturday, March 2, 2024, House of Prayer Church of God, No.1, 8513 Central Avenue, Capital Heights, MD 20743. Visitation began at 8 AM until the time of service at 10 AM. The service was live-streamed on the website: www.hopcg.org or via Facebook Page: House of Prayer Church of God No.1. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to www.hopcg.org. We appreciate your support.

James Cole, Jr. Passes Away

    James Bernard Cole, Jr. “Jim”, 79, passed away peacefully at his home in Davidsonville, MD on February 27, 2024.     Born on September 5, 1944, in Davidsonville to the late Emilie and James Cole, Sr., Jim graduated from Annapolis High School in 1962. He grew up in Davidsonville and moved to Annapolis briefly before moving back to Davidsonville, where he and his wife, Louise, built their home on the family property. He enjoyed woodworking, sorting coins, spending time with his family, and playing with his cat, Nugget. Jim’s career spanned 45-plus years in the Automotive Parts Industry. He would do anything for anyone and he would always find a way to help others in their time of need.     Jim is survived by his beloved wife, Louise Cole; his children, James (Stacey) Cole, III and Michelle (Ronald) Bunk; his brother, Leonard (June) Cole; his grandchildren, Erica (Kevin) Beans, Megan (Joey), Zachary, Maxwell, Logan, Hunter, and Mia Cole as well as his two great-grandchildren, Bentley and Ava Beans.     Friends are invited to celebrate Jim’s life at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD on Friday, March 1 from 12 to 1 pm. A graveside service will follow at Lakemont Memorial Gardens Cemetery in Davidsonville, MD at 2 pm. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Dept. of Aging of Anne Arundel County or Meals on Wheels of Central Maryland. Condolences may be left at the Kalas Funeral Home web site.

Green Expo 2024

The 2024 Green Expo will be held at Homestead Gardens in Davidsonville on March 23, 2024.

Schedule of Activities 

• 10:30AM | Boy Scouts from Troop 454 to present the colors
• 10:30AM – 1:00PM | Expo floor is open to the public (retail shopping is open as well)
• 10:30AM – 1:00PM | AA County Forestry Board sapling give away
• 10:30 AM to 2:00 PM | Face painting courtesy of the Southern High School art department
• 10:30 AM to 2:00 PM | Raptors Eye Birds of Prey on display in store
• Food + snacks available for purchase from Sweet Satisfaction, Kernel Gunther’s popcorn, funnel cake and other snacks, and Salt and Pepper Flippin BBQ

For more info, go to:  https://homesteadgardens.com/upcoming-event/davidsonville-green-expo-2024/

Olivia Larges At Palm Beach Atlantic

Olivia Larges, daughter of Chad and Tammy Larges of Davidsonville is a sophomore at Palm Beach Atlantic College and is on their lacrosse team.  Her bio can be read at:     Olivia Larges bio