Todd Karli

1 week ago | wboc.com | Todd Karli

Eastern Shore lawmakers voiced sharp criticism over the recently concluded Maryland legislative session during a post-session luncheon held Thursday, highlighting deep concerns over the state's newly passed budget and controversial legislation impacting local control over solar energy projects. Delegates and senators from the region expressed frustration over a $63 billion budget that closes a projected $3.3 billion deficit through $2 billion in cuts and $1.6 billion in tax and fee increases.

1 month ago | wboc.com | Todd Karli

PRINCESS ANNE, Md. — The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has reopened a scholarship program that benefits students attending historically Black colleges and universities. The USDA had suspended the program last week, raising concerns at two local universities, including the University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES.)The 1890 Scholars Program provides tuition for HBCU students who study agriculture and natural resource sciences.

2 months ago | wboc.com | Todd Karli

SALISBURY, Md.  — Recent electric bills for Delmarva Power customers in Maryland have caused a stir, with some seeing their charges double in just one month. The sharp increases are largely attributed to a combination of harsh winter weather, a recent rate hike, and changes to state regulations. For many customers, the impact is substantial. One Salisbury resident's bill saw a 50% spike in November, followed by another 55% increase in December, and is projected to rise another 49% in January.

Nov 14, 2024 | wboc.com | Todd Karli

A piece off property off Connelly Mill Road in Wicomico County is once again being proposed as a park. County Executive Julie Giordano included the proposal as part of the 2026-2030 Capital Improvement Plan (CIP.)That piece of property has received a lot of attention lately since it was used for the controversial "Safari at the Quarry", an off-road jeep event held in May.

Nov 8, 2021 | wboc.com | Todd Karli