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With Salty Rooster, Cape Charles Distillery adds dining options

3 weeks ago | easternshorepost.com | Ted Shockley

BY SARAH BARBANShore FirstThe former Watson’s Hardware building has traded nails and saws for expertly crafted cocktails and a carefully curated menu. Cape Charles Distillery opened in the building in August 2024, after a renovation that transformed the space. Now there is a sleek downstairs dining area with intimate booths and spaces where groups can relax and enjoy a craft cocktail, as well as a second-floor event space, a cigar lounge, and a rooftop deck. Another change is the addition of food.
Northampton gets new radio station

Jan 31, 2025 | easternshorepost.com | Sarah Barban |Ted Shockley |Betsy Byrd Fitch

BY TED SHOCKLEY, Eastern Shore Post —Northampton County is getting its own FM radio station — complete with an Exmore broadcast tower, a lighthouse logo, and a name that zeroes in on Cape Charles. The station, 96.9 The Cape, will begin broadcasting at noon on Saturday, Feb. 1. But Mike Szczechura, the sales manager of the station, WCCZ, said the station’s weekday radio personalities will debut on Monday, Feb. 3.
Pocomoke Mayor utilized city car for personal travel

Jan 17, 2025 | easternshorepost.com | Sarah Barban |Janet Bernosky

BY JANET BERNOSKY, Eastern Shore Post —Pocomoke Mayor Todd J. Nock used a city-owned vehicle to travel on Jan. 3 to the Washington, D.C. installation ceremony of Maryland’s newest U.S. senator before driving north of Baltimore to visit family and spend the night. Nock returned the city vehicle to Pocomoke the next day after attending a Baltimore Ravens NFL football game, but Nock said he did not use the vehicle to get to the game.
Jack Troutman - Eastern Shore Post

Jan 17, 2025 | easternshorepost.com | Ryan Webb

Mr. John “Jack” Jacob Troutman IIpassed away peacefully New Year’s Eve with his wife, Gail, at his side. Jack was born to John and Isobel Troutman in Oil City, Pa., in 1949.He grew up in Everett, Pa., and graduated from Everett Area High School in 1967. He graduated from Penn State University in 1971 with a degree in aerospace engineering.
Former Rural Health nurse practitioner pleads guilty to child porn charges

Jan 17, 2025 | easternshorepost.com | Sarah Barban

Lucas Allen Fussell, 42, of Onley, pleaded guilty on Wednesday, Dec. 18, in the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia to two counts of distribution of child pornography. Judge Rudolph Contreras scheduled a sentencing hearing for May 6. According to court papers, between Dec. 20, 2023, and Feb.
Kathryn Woodall - Eastern Shore Post

Jan 17, 2025 | easternshorepost.com | Ryan Webb

Mrs. Kathryn W. Woodall, 74, died on Saturday, Jan. 11, 2025, at Walter Reed Convalescent Home. Born in September 1950, she was a daughter of the late Dolly W. DeBoodt and stepfather, Julius A. DeBoodt, and the foster child of the late Ann S. and Arthur A. Bays. Kathy graduated from Bayside High School in Virginia Beach in 1968 and later attended Eastern Shore and Thomas Nelson community colleges.
Michele Wernsmann

Jan 17, 2025 | easternshorepost.com | Ryan Webb

Mrs. Michele J. Wernsmann, 62, of Casper, Wyo., passed away peacefully on Jan. 12, 2025. Born in Portsmouth on Dec. 15, 1962, Michele was a loving daughter, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend whose joyful spirit and adventurous nature touched everyone who knew her. The daughter of Lawrence (Bud) and Karyl Wiser, Michele grew up in a Coast Guard family, living in various places throughout her childhood. One of her fondest memories was living in Mobile, Ala.
Evelyn Benthall - Eastern Shore Post

Jan 17, 2025 | easternshorepost.com | Ryan Webb

Mrs. Evelyn June (Wikstrom) Mears Benthall, 93, a resident of Williamsburg, and a longtime resident of Parksley, passed away peacefully at her home, surrounded by her loving family, on Thursday, Jan. 9, 2025. Born Sept. 5, 1931, in Hampton, she was the daughter of the late Karl Erik Wikstrom and the late Elfrieda Marie Sophia (Schneider) Wikstrom. She was a graduate of Parksley High School, the best mother to her children, a wonderful cook, and a devout Christian.
Donnie Kellam - Eastern Shore Post

Jan 17, 2025 | easternshorepost.com | Ryan Webb

Mr. Donald “Donnie” Edward Kellam Jr., 68, of Exmore, passed away on Sunday, Jan. 5, 2025, at Peninsula Regional Medical Center. He was predeceased by his parents, Donald E. Kellam Sr. and Mary Richardson Kellam, and his wife of 35 years, Susan H. Kellam. Donnie is survived by his son, Ryan K. Kellam (Kimberly); grandchildren, Chandler T. Kellam and Hudson K. Kellam; brothers, Terry L. Kellam and Jerry L. Kellam; many nieces and nephews; his companion of nine years, Debbie L.
King Day events slated for Shore

Jan 14, 2025 | easternshorepost.com | Sarah Barban |Ted Shockley

BY TED SHOCKLEY, Eastern Shore Post —Events commemorating the life and legacy of the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. will take place on Monday, Jan. 20, on the Eastern Shore. The Accomack NAACP chapter will host a memorial service honoring and celebrating King on Jan. 20, at 10 a.m., at Macedonia AME Church in Accomac.