St. Mary's County Times December 06, 2018 | Page 15

In Our Community The County Times Thursday, December 6, 2018 15 Muzzleloader Season for Deer Reopens Dec. 15 Second Half of Season Runs Until Dec. 29 Battle scars by Stacey Steinberg The Maryland Department of Natu- ral Resources announced today that the second segment of the muzzleoader deer hunting season opens Dec. 15 and runs through Dec. 29, 2018. Hunters may use muzzleloading firearms to harvest sika and white-tailed deer during this season. “The late muzzleloader season is a great time for hunters to enjoy some colder weather while hunting with friends and family during the holidays,” Wildlife and Heritage Service Director Paul Peditto said. “The added harvest during this season helps the department manage the state’s deer population.” Hunters are encouraged to consult the Maryland Guide to Hunting and Trap- ping for recent changes to bag limits, registration procedures and regulations. During muzzleloader season, Mary- land requires deer hunters and their companions to wear daylight fluorescent orange or fluorescent pink in one of the following manners: a cap of solid fluo- rescent; a vest or jacket containing back and front panels of at least 250 square inches of fluorescent; or an outer gar- ment of camouflage fluorescent worn above the waist and containing at least 50 percent fluorescent color. Hunters should carefully inspect all tree-stands and always wear a full-body safety harness while climbing in or out and while in the stand. The department strongly recommends using a sliding knot, commonly known as a prussic knot, attached to a line that is secured above the stand that allows the hunter to be safely tethered to the tree as soon as they leave the ground. Maryland hunters are encouraged to donate any extra deer they may har- vest to Farmers and Hunt- ers Feeding the Hungry. New this year, hunters may claim a tax credit of up to $50 for each legally harvested deer that is processed and donated to a nonprofit food sharing program. The maximum credit in any one tax year is $200 per hunter. The approved form to claim this credit is available online. Maryland DNR Press Release Congratulations Nahlia! 15th Annual Southern Maryland Martin Luther King, Jr. Prayer Breakfast, Jan. 21 Celebrate the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. during the 15th An- nual Southern Maryland Martin Luther King, Jr. Prayer Breakfast on Mon- day, Jan. 21, at St. Mary’s College of Maryland. The theme of the day is “All Life is Interconnected.” The breakfast will begin at 6:30 a.m. and costs $10 payable at the door. The program will begin at 8 a.m. at no cost, fea- turing a keynote address by broadcast journalist Maureen Bunyan. Fol- lowing the program, be- ginning at 10 a.m. the Al- pha Kappa Alpha Sorori- ty, Inc.Ò, Nu Zeta Omega Chapter will host a Day of Service, providing ser- vices and activities for students of all ages and adults. The breakfast and program will be held in the J. Frank Raley Great Room, Campus Center (18952 E. Fisher Road). The Day of Service will be held in the Campus Center and adjoining Al- dom Lounge. For more information, contact [email protected] or call [phone]. Bunyan is a 44-year veteran of television news who anchored the 6 o’clock weeknight newscasts for ABC7/ WJLA-TV and CBS9/ WUSA-TV. She has been honored with numerous professional and com- munity service awards in recognition of her sig- nificant contributions to broadcasting including being named “Washing- tonian of the Year” in 1992. She was inducted into the “Hall of Fame” of the Washington Chap- ter of the Society of Pro- fessional Journalists, “The Silver Circle” of the National Academy of Television Arts and Sci- ences (NATAS) and the Broadcast Pioneers Club of Washington. She has been awarded seven lo- cal Emmys, and the “Ted Yates Award,” given by NATAS to Washington, D.C. news broadcast- ers who are leaders in the profession. She was named “Journalist of the Year” by the National As- sociation of Black Jour- nalists and she received the annual “Immigrant Achievement Award” from the American Im- migration Law Founda- tion in 2002. In 2016, Bu- nyan was named the first recipient of the Ed Walk- er Lifetime Achievement in Broadcasting Award As an advocate for women and minorities in journalism, Bunyan is a founder of the Inter- national Women’s Media Foundation which serves women in the media in 100 countries, and the National Association of Black Journalists. Bunyan was born in Aruba and grew up in Southeastern Wiscon- sin. In June of 2014, she was knighted and in- ducted into The Order of Orange-Nassau, a Dutch order of chivalry. The Or- der of Orange-Nassau is a chivalric honor given to those who deserve recog- nition for exemplary con- tributions to society. She was inducted for her long- standing commitment to build and strengthen ties between Aruba and the United States. Over the years, Bunyan has used her extensive net- work and experience as a journalist to mentor young Arubans, and cre- ate educational opportu- nities with the Aruban Ministry of Education and American universi- ties such as Harvard Uni- versity. Her lifelong com- mitment and work have contributed to the benefit of Aruba’s social and cul- tural development. Immediately following the breakfast, the Day of Service will continue with a variety of events including a “Chat with Maureen” as Bunyan is asked to give her global perspectives about health as they relate to educa- tion, physical/mental wellness, the economy, social justice, recreation, and politics. A Q & A with the audience will follow. “The Health of the County” will be led by community members discussing the state of affairs in areas ranging from education and poli- tics to religion and health. The Day of Service will also include blood pres- sure screenings, collec- tion of new and gently worn shoes and eyeglass- es, and a non-perishable food drive. Michael Bruckler, Vice President of Integrated Marketing and Strategic Communications As many of you know our daughter, Nahlia was accepted into the NAM (National American Miss). She competed in Reston, Virginia and placed in the top eleven. With those accomplishments, she then received a special invite to travel to Anaheim, California to represent her city and compete as Miss Saint Mary’s County. Nahlia competed against 105 princess’s from across the nation. She received 1st place in the Essay Contest and she was awarded the NAM Alumni Foundation Scholarship. Nahlia would like to give special thanks to all of her Sponsors, Family, Friends, Grandparents, Godmother, and a very special teacher! Pet OF THE WEEK MEET BAXTER Nothing warms up the cold winter days like a SWEET FACE that loves you! Hello, my name is Baxter and I’m sure MY NEW FAMILY will be coming to adopt me soon! I’m a SWEET AFFECTIONATE PUP who loves exploring, getting belly rubs, and GIVING KISSES. I’m a 4 year old Spaniel mix and I can seem a little reserved at first but once I get to know you, I’m in your lap! As a stray TCAS doesn’t have any background info on me but they know how VERY VERY SPECIAL I am! Do you think I will make your family complete? I have it IN MY HEART to be home with my new family for Christmas! Please come meet me in person during adoption hours! I can’t wait to meet you! BE MY MIRACLE! PLEASE CHOOSE ME! And remember, if there is room in the heart, there is room in the house! Come meet me and the wonderful gang at Tri-County Animal Shelter (6707 Animal Shelter Road, Hughesville) or call 301-932- 1713 for more information. To see more of my amazing friends available for adoption, “like” us on Facebook @ Tri-County Animal Shelter Southern MD.