


The first Miss America pageant
A Look Back at Ocean City One hundred and four years ago, September 8, 1921, the first Miss America pageant was won by Margaret Gorman of Washington, D.C. She was named “America’s Most Beautiful Bathing Girl” (a year later, her title was shortened to...
Clear the clutter: Five fun ways to refresh your home this fall
As Labor Day weekend fades away in our rearview, I’m sure for a lot of you it also means that the last of the beach towels are tucked away, the kids are back to school, and the summer chaos is slowly winding down. While the end of the summer season always brings a...
Are you ready for some football? … And wine?
Drink Up! Mornings are cooler, the kids are back in school, and the beaches are less crowded. According to songwriter and performer Darius Rucker, “There are two seasons: football season and waiting for football season.” I know, I know, I know. I’m the wine guy;...
The joys of home ownership
Real Estate Matters With the recent celebration of Labor Day weekend, we relish the joys of summer activities and reflect on time spent outside in the sunshine or surf, on the beach or boardwalk, celebrating love and life with family, loved ones and friends. We...