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🌱 How this weekend’s Air Show will impact West Ocean City drivers

West Ocean City, Maryland Patch AM: a 3 min read

Hey there, West Ocean City! Let's get started with what's happening in and around town. Read on and stay in the loop. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • How this weekend’s Air Show will impact West Ocean City drivers
  • Have you seen this missing boater from Sunset Marina?

Also on today's calendar: The GovCon Summer Soiree - Federal Contractors NETWORKING EVENT.

Today's riddle: What do sweet potatoes wear to bed? 🤔 (Answer below!)


Weather forecast:

  • Friday: Humid; a stray p.m. t-storm, with a high of 88 and low of 69 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Saturday: Sunny; pleasant, less humid, temps: high: 79, low: 66.
  • Sunday: Humid with some sunshine, with a high of 78 and low of 69 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• OC Air Show This Weekend – Expect Traffic, Parking Issues, Street Closures Beginning Friday (wgmd.com) — Expect major traffic and parking impacts this weekend as the OC Air Show brings closures from 12th to 20th Streets and heavy use of the West Ocean City Park & Ride shuttle. West Ocean City residents can park free at the Park & Ride and ride frequent express buses to the Boardwalk. Plan to arrive early, expect delays, and follow safety guidance if you’re heading into town.
   

• Authorities Searching for Critically Missing Boater in Worcester Co. (wmdt.com) — Local authorities are urgently searching for 49-year-old boater Daniel Potter, whose 25-foot dark blue Hydra-Sport was last seen docked at Sunset Marina in West Ocean City on June 10. He is considered critically missing after concerning statements to family, and multiple agencies are now involved in the search. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Worcester County Sheriff’s Office immediately.
   


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🗓 Upcoming Events in West Ocean City

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    Saturday June 13
  • Ranger's Choice (VA)
    Assateague Island National Park 7206 National Seashore Lane, Berlin, MD 21811
    1:00 pm
  • Tuesday June 16
  • Board of Education Meeting
    Showell Elementary School Berlin, MD 21811
    12:30 pm
  • Monday June 22
  • The GovCon Summer Soiree - Federal Contractors NETWORKING EVENT
    John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, 2700 F St NW, Washington
    6:00 pm

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🗓 Events Nearby

    Friday June 12
  • Pinchers of Power (VA)
    Assateague Island National Park Meets at the bridge before the refuge entrance.
    10:00 am
  • Story by the Sea (VA)
    Assateague Island National Park 7206 National Seashore Lane, Berlin, MD 21811
    1:00 pm
  • Ranger's Choice (VA)
    Assateague Island National Park 7206 National Seashore Lane, Berlin, MD 21811
    3:00 pm
  • Fun Fridays with Lauren Glick
    Lighthouse Sound Restaurant, 12723 St Martins Neck Rd #2, Bishopville
    6:00 pm
  • Tuesday June 16
  • Board of Education Meeting
    Showell Elementary School Berlin, MD 21811
    12:30 pm
  • Wednesday June 17
  • St Martin River Kayak Tour
    Shell Mill Landing, Shell Mill Rd, Bishopville
    9:30 am
  • Friday June 19
  • Fun Fridays with Randy Lee Ashcraft
    Lighthouse Sound Restaurant, 12723 St Martins Neck Rd #2, Bishopville
    6:00 pm
  • Saturday June 20
  • Maryland State Firefighter’s Association Parade
    Town of Berlin, Maryland, Berlin
    9:00 am
  • Firetruck Parade
    Historic Downtown Berlin, Maryland, Berlin
    10:00 am

Have we missed something on our calendar? Add an event yourself! As always, before attending confirm event details to ensure accuracy.


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🗞 Nearby News

Ocean City

  • Major Arena League Soccer adds new Ocean City team Beachtown FC (delmarvanow.com)
  • Thunderbirds' Lead Solo Brings Inspiration to Ocean City Air Show (oceancity.com)
  • Ocean City expands EV charging network ahead of summer rush (delmarvanow.com)

Berlin

  • Berlin approves budget, restores fireworks funding - Worcester County News Bayside Gazette (baysideoc.net)

Ok West Ocean City! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Yammies! (Thank you Lynda S. for sending it in!)
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Stay in the loop with what's happening in West Ocean City

Never miss out on local news and events that matter to you.

Stay in the loop with what's happening in West Ocean City

Never miss out on local news and events that matter to you.