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First State Community Action hosts charity mini golf tournament

The Par-Tee was held at Jungle Jim’s and presented by Discover Bank
First State Community Action Agency had snacks ready to go at the registration table for their par-tee. Shown are (l-r) Stephanie Absher, Jamie Saylor, Maggie Trott, David Bull, Executive Director Bernice Edwards and Gail Purnell. AARON MUSHRUSH PHOTOS
Aaron R. Mushrush
May 26, 2022

On a day that felt more like March than May, 36 teams of golfers headed into the Jungle Jim’s putt-putt course to par-tee with First State Community Action Center for the nonprofit’s seventh annual miniature golf tournament to support community-based youth programs. Dressed in outfits ranging from full-body crayons to the Golden Girls, tournament participants were accompanied on the round by DJ Sky Brady’s beats pulsating throughout the grounds.

Following the round, golfers were treated to a luncheon at The Lodge at Truitt Homestead, where some were awarded superlatives for their efforts, participated in a costume catwalk, and were given a chance to win various prizes offered, including a 50/50 raffle.

Executive Director Bernice Edwards praised the attendance of all those involved and thanked all of the sponsors and organizations who donated their time and money to make the event such a success. 

Proceeds from the event will benefit First State’s community-based youth programs that feature such services as education and workforce development.

 

Shown are (l-r) Richie Francia, Jvonne Oliver, Lisa Tighe and Mason Mendoza sharing a laugh as their team of pirates sail the open course.
Starchild Ginny Smith gazes off into the distance while Erica Henters flashes the Demon’s signature tongue, Kelly Sheridan wails away on her space club guitar and Deb Quinton shows off how cool a cat she is. French Kiss partied all day with French bread and French kisses.
The eventual champions from Irish Eyes line up their shot on a day that felt more like a St. Patty’s Day. Shown are (l-r) Maryellen Kierman, Kristin Johnson, Kathy Newcomb and Dana Smith
IUPAT - a labor union for painters and allied trades - was quite the colorful bunch as they drew focus from all over the landscape. Shown are (l-r) Nancy Gentile, Louise Novotny, Joan Lott and Bob Bacon.
No need to fear, secret service is here! Complete with earpieces and the signature no-smile look, this patrol kept the grounds safe. Shown are (l-r) Sydney Johnson, Kayla Wegner, Maryann Smarte and Katy Cleary.
The Dynamic DomiKnows fall into place as Kierra Cephas dances while Karen Mann grabs her freshly sunken shot and Sandi Hagans-Morris hails the victor.
Shown are (l-r) Fulton Bank’s Kathie Aschiero, Matt Rice, Kim Lewis and Liz Porter. The team braves the wind halfway through the course as they putter away the day.
Karen Mann leads the runway showcase featured at the post-tournament luncheon.
Golden Girls (l-r) Brandy Nauman, Trisha Newcomer, Erica Colegrove and Amy Walls pose for the iconic show’s signature look.
The Lovely Ladybugs had the highest score! Their medal featured Pepé Le Pew for some reason, though. Shown are (l-r) Valerie Wright, Carrie DeVaughn, Angeline Smith and Crystal Mills-Selby. They were laughing through the whole event, regardless of scores.
The M&T Bank team was awarded co-champions of the tournament. Shown are (l-r) Robin Scarborough, Mike Pinkston, Julia Byrum and Kathy Thompson.
Luck of the Irish or skills to pay the bills? Co-champions Irish Eyes flash their treasure on a day fit for leprechauns. Shown are (l-r) Dana Smith, Maryellen Kiernan, Kathy Newcomb and Kristin Johnson.

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Aaron Mushrush joined the sports team in Summer 2023 to help cover the emerging youth athletics scene in the Cape Region. After lettering in soccer and lacrosse at Sussex Tech, he played lacrosse at Division III Eastern University in St. David's, PA. Aaron coached lacrosse at Sussex Tech in 2009 and 2011. Post-collegiately, Mush played in the Eastern Shore Summer Lacrosse League for Blue Bird Tavern and Saltwater Lacrosse. He competed in several tournaments for the Shamrocks Lacrosse Club, which blossomed into the Maryland Lacrosse League (MDLL). Aaron interned at the Coastal Point before becoming assistant director at WMDT-TV 47 ABC in 2017 and eventually assignment editor in 2018. 

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