https://chestertownspy.org Nonpartisan and Education-based News for Chestertown Sat, 22 Feb 2025 13:58:28 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.7.1 https://chestertownspy.org/2025/02/22/conversations-with-craig-fuller-ambassador-and-author-frank-lavin/ https://chestertownspy.org/2025/02/22/conversations-with-craig-fuller-ambassador-and-author-frank-lavin/#respond Sat, 22 Feb 2025 13:16:29 +0000 https://chestertownspy.org/?p=182631 My friend and former White House colleague Ambassador Frank Lavin has a book coming out in March about his experience in the White House and Administration of President Ronald Reagan.  It’s told in unique way through the author’s own first hand experiences as a member of the White House staff, the Commerce Department and then […]]]> https://chestertownspy.org/2025/02/22/conversations-with-craig-fuller-ambassador-and-author-frank-lavin/feed/ 0 https://chestertownspy.org/2025/02/05/midair-collision-over-the-potomac-week-two-update-by-craig-fuller/ https://chestertownspy.org/2025/02/05/midair-collision-over-the-potomac-week-two-update-by-craig-fuller/#comments Wed, 05 Feb 2025 13:01:47 +0000 https://chestertownspy.org/2025/02/05/midair-collision-over-the-potomac-week-two-update-by-craig-fuller/ There is news in every direction these days, but I still follow the press conferences by the National Traffic Safety Board (NTSB) concerning the midair collision over the Potomac River one week ago. As I shared with my first post on this topic, I try to avoid speculation about aircraft accidents until all the facts […]]]> https://chestertownspy.org/2025/02/05/midair-collision-over-the-potomac-week-two-update-by-craig-fuller/feed/ 1 https://chestertownspy.org/2025/01/30/a-midair-tragedy-last-night-in-washington-by-craig-fuller/ https://chestertownspy.org/2025/01/30/a-midair-tragedy-last-night-in-washington-by-craig-fuller/#comments Thu, 30 Jan 2025 13:52:36 +0000 https://chestertownspy.org/2025/01/30/a-midair-tragedy-last-night-in-washington-by-craig-fuller/ The only place to begin is to express condolences to those who lost their lives and to their families and friends. The people on both of the aircraft involved in this midair collision left the ground fully expecting to return safely. Tribute must also be paid to the hundreds of first responders who moved quickly […]]]> https://chestertownspy.org/2025/01/30/a-midair-tragedy-last-night-in-washington-by-craig-fuller/feed/ 3 https://chestertownspy.org/2025/01/19/the-classic-motor-museum-starts-a-new-trip-in-st-michaels-craig-fuller-talks-to-mike-iandolo/ https://chestertownspy.org/2025/01/19/the-classic-motor-museum-starts-a-new-trip-in-st-michaels-craig-fuller-talks-to-mike-iandolo/#respond Sun, 19 Jan 2025 18:42:21 +0000 https://chestertownspy.org/2025/01/19/the-classic-motor-museum-starts-a-new-trip-in-st-michaels-craig-fuller-talks-to-mike-iandolo/ Classic Motor Museum board member Mike Iandolo joined in a conversation with the Spy’s Craig Fuller at the end of last week, soon after closing on acquiring new property in St. Michaels for the Museum.  Mike Iandolo talks about the journey they have been on during this first phase of a project to renovate and […]]]> https://chestertownspy.org/2025/01/19/the-classic-motor-museum-starts-a-new-trip-in-st-michaels-craig-fuller-talks-to-mike-iandolo/feed/ 0 https://chestertownspy.org/2025/01/05/a-warning-from-the-u-s-surgeon-general-by-craig-fuller/ https://chestertownspy.org/2025/01/05/a-warning-from-the-u-s-surgeon-general-by-craig-fuller/#comments Sun, 05 Jan 2025 17:16:57 +0000 https://chestertownspy.org/2025/01/05/a-warning-from-the-u-s-surgeon-general-by-craig-fuller/ These two leading paragraphs in a WALL STREET JOURNAL story in the past few days got my attention: The U.S. surgeon general said alcoholic beverages should carry cancer warnings to increase awareness that the drinks are a leading cause of preventable cancers. “Alcohol is a well-established, preventable cause of cancer responsible for about 100,000 cases […]]]> https://chestertownspy.org/2025/01/05/a-warning-from-the-u-s-surgeon-general-by-craig-fuller/feed/ 3 https://chestertownspy.org/2024/12/11/destination-dover-station-craig-fuller-talks-to-sevan-topjian/ https://chestertownspy.org/2024/12/11/destination-dover-station-craig-fuller-talks-to-sevan-topjian/#comments Wed, 11 Dec 2024 15:33:47 +0000 https://chestertownspy.org/2024/12/11/destination-dover-station-craig-fuller-talks-to-sevan-topjian/ A new market opened in a place known for commercial activity in Easton for a century.  Their theme, “Shop small / shop local,” is gaining attention among shoppers and makers of handcrafted products across the Eastern Shore and beyond.  And, with the holidays approaching, there couldn’t be a better time to explore the many offerings. […]]]> https://chestertownspy.org/2024/12/11/destination-dover-station-craig-fuller-talks-to-sevan-topjian/feed/ 2 https://chestertownspy.org/2024/11/25/for-the-love-of-bugatti-craig-fuller-talks-to-david-north/ https://chestertownspy.org/2024/11/25/for-the-love-of-bugatti-craig-fuller-talks-to-david-north/#respond Mon, 25 Nov 2024 14:46:16 +0000 https://chestertownspy.org/2024/11/25/for-the-love-of-bugatti-craig-fuller-talks-to-david-north/ After a distinguished career in finance, David North made the easy decision to return to his passion for cars as part of a second professional life. Starting in high school to help his father restore and maintain a growing automobile collection, David’s love of industrial design and unique craftsmanship led him to open his Easton […]]]> https://chestertownspy.org/2024/11/25/for-the-love-of-bugatti-craig-fuller-talks-to-david-north/feed/ 0 https://chestertownspy.org/2024/08/14/mpt-the-chesapeake-bay-and-viewers-like-you-a-chat-with-station-manager-steven-schupak/ https://chestertownspy.org/2024/08/14/mpt-the-chesapeake-bay-and-viewers-like-you-a-chat-with-station-manager-steven-schupak/#respond Wed, 14 Aug 2024 14:46:10 +0000 https://chestertownspy.org/2024/08/14/mpt-the-chesapeake-bay-and-viewers-like-you-a-chat-with-station-manager-steven-schupak/ While there are a number of things that bring all Marylanders together, crabs being the best known, there has always been special affection for Maryland Public Television since it started broadcasting in 1969. Beyond becoming an important portal for high-quality television productions by the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, MPT distinguished itself early on as one […]]]> https://chestertownspy.org/2024/08/14/mpt-the-chesapeake-bay-and-viewers-like-you-a-chat-with-station-manager-steven-schupak/feed/ 0 https://chestertownspy.org/2024/07/22/so-much-money-so-little-time-by-craig-fuller/ https://chestertownspy.org/2024/07/22/so-much-money-so-little-time-by-craig-fuller/#comments Mon, 22 Jul 2024 15:01:35 +0000 https://chestertownspy.org/2024/07/22/so-much-money-so-little-time-by-craig-fuller/ After anticipation of President Biden’s withdrawal stretching for weeks, the fact of it occurring less than 24 hours ago feels stunning. However, the stunning part may be how fast events are moving to anoint and fund Vice President Kamala Harris. President Biden had a choice and he wasted no time with an immediate endorsement of […]]]> https://chestertownspy.org/2024/07/22/so-much-money-so-little-time-by-craig-fuller/feed/ 2 https://chestertownspy.org/2024/07/13/one-amazing-story-by-one-amazing-individual-by-craig-fuller/ https://chestertownspy.org/2024/07/13/one-amazing-story-by-one-amazing-individual-by-craig-fuller/#respond Sat, 13 Jul 2024 12:00:57 +0000 https://chestertownspy.org/?p=177835 One of the best lessons I learned during my eight years on the White House staff was the importance of two factors: how one spends their time; and, who they spend it with. A President and Vice President have the opportunity to meet with pretty much anyone with whom they wish visit. Hence, I always […]]]> https://chestertownspy.org/2024/07/13/one-amazing-story-by-one-amazing-individual-by-craig-fuller/feed/ 0 https://chestertownspy.org/2024/06/21/a-presidential-debate-no-commission-no-audience-perhaps-no-gloves-by-craig-fuller/ https://chestertownspy.org/2024/06/21/a-presidential-debate-no-commission-no-audience-perhaps-no-gloves-by-craig-fuller/#comments Fri, 21 Jun 2024 13:10:24 +0000 https://chestertownspy.org/2024/06/21/a-presidential-debate-no-commission-no-audience-perhaps-no-gloves-by-craig-fuller/ My first full emersion into debate preparation occurred in 1984 during President Reagan’s reelection campaign. Somehow these sessions have become a kind of Super Bowl in the presidential election contest. There are four distinct time frames around which a candidate and his team strategize: the run-up to the debate; the pre-game commentary; the debate itself; […]]]> https://chestertownspy.org/2024/06/21/a-presidential-debate-no-commission-no-audience-perhaps-no-gloves-by-craig-fuller/feed/ 2 https://chestertownspy.org/2024/05/31/an-enjoyable-and-important-white-house-story-by-craig-fuller/ https://chestertownspy.org/2024/05/31/an-enjoyable-and-important-white-house-story-by-craig-fuller/#respond Fri, 31 May 2024 13:31:27 +0000 https://chestertownspy.org/?p=176868 During my time in the White House, one of the really bright lights on the staff was a young woman who handled administrative details. That woman, Anita McBride, served in three presidential administrations and became the chief of staff to First Lady Laura Bush during her time in the White House. She is now director […]]]> https://chestertownspy.org/2024/05/31/an-enjoyable-and-important-white-house-story-by-craig-fuller/feed/ 0 https://chestertownspy.org/2024/05/24/bidens-two-biggest-problems-perception-and-trust-by-craig-fuller/ https://chestertownspy.org/2024/05/24/bidens-two-biggest-problems-perception-and-trust-by-craig-fuller/#comments Fri, 24 May 2024 12:46:19 +0000 https://chestertownspy.org/?p=176761 Highlights of a comprehensive Harris Poll on where Americans’ perceptions are regarding the economy There is an old saying in Washington, D.C. that “perception is reality.” When it comes to the economy, this describes one of two major problems facing the Biden Administration. What people think about the economy – it’s not good – establishes […]]]> https://chestertownspy.org/2024/05/24/bidens-two-biggest-problems-perception-and-trust-by-craig-fuller/feed/ 1 https://chestertownspy.org/2024/05/19/an-important-set-of-facts-its-up-to-you-to-form-an-opinion-by-craig-fuller/ https://chestertownspy.org/2024/05/19/an-important-set-of-facts-its-up-to-you-to-form-an-opinion-by-craig-fuller/#comments Sun, 19 May 2024 13:49:56 +0000 https://chestertownspy.org/2024/05/19/an-important-set-of-facts-its-up-to-you-to-form-an-opinion-by-craig-fuller/ A summit was reached this week that has never been visited before. The Dow Jones Industrial Average closed above 40,000 for the first time in history. A record possible only because of the outlook investors have in the economy of the United States. Seems like not everyone bemoans the nation’s economy as reported daily. How […]]]> https://chestertownspy.org/2024/05/19/an-important-set-of-facts-its-up-to-you-to-form-an-opinion-by-craig-fuller/feed/ 1 https://chestertownspy.org/2024/05/15/primary-election-results-put-maryland-front-and-center-in-determining-control-of-us-senate/ https://chestertownspy.org/2024/05/15/primary-election-results-put-maryland-front-and-center-in-determining-control-of-us-senate/#comments Wed, 15 May 2024 13:05:23 +0000 https://chestertownspy.org/2024/05/15/primary-election-results-put-maryland-front-and-center-in-determining-control-of-us-senate/ The biggest winner or loser in Maryland this November won’t have his name on the ballot. Governor Wes Moore could not have been more clear last night while speaking at Angela Alsobrooks victory celebration as she was projected to have defeated David Trone to win the contest. Saying the “battle” had been won in the […]]]> https://chestertownspy.org/2024/05/15/primary-election-results-put-maryland-front-and-center-in-determining-control-of-us-senate/feed/ 2 https://chestertownspy.org/2024/04/07/turning-off-the-sun-is-a-big-deal-by-craig-fuller/ https://chestertownspy.org/2024/04/07/turning-off-the-sun-is-a-big-deal-by-craig-fuller/#comments Sun, 07 Apr 2024 16:04:05 +0000 https://chestertownspy.org/2024/04/07/turning-off-the-sun-is-a-big-deal-by-craig-fuller/ A confession: I wasn’t getting all that excited about the total solar eclipse a few weeks ago. Then, I learned of people traveling for many miles to experience the total solar eclipse.  And, a friend asked me what kind of filter I’d be using on my drone to capture the eclipse.  Finally, people began sharing […]]]> https://chestertownspy.org/2024/04/07/turning-off-the-sun-is-a-big-deal-by-craig-fuller/feed/ 1 https://chestertownspy.org/2024/03/08/game-on-by-craig-fuller/ https://chestertownspy.org/2024/03/08/game-on-by-craig-fuller/#comments Fri, 08 Mar 2024 14:04:28 +0000 https://chestertownspy.org/2024/03/08/game-on-by-craig-fuller/ Questions about President Joe Biden’s capacity to campaign for reelection were put to rest in last night’s State of the Union Speech. Constructed to provide a means to compare the incumbent President with his predecessor on key issues, foreign and domestic, it also provided a platform to claim credit for specific actions that improve the lives […]]]> https://chestertownspy.org/2024/03/08/game-on-by-craig-fuller/feed/ 2 https://chestertownspy.org/2024/01/27/a-technologically-driven-holistic-approach-to-healthcare-craig-fuller-chats-with-dr-rubin-pillay/ Sat, 27 Jan 2024 14:20:06 +0000 https://chestertownspy.org/2024/01/27/a-technologically-driven-holistic-approach-to-healthcare-craig-fuller-chats-with-dr-ruben-palais/ In a recent insightful interview with Dr. Rubin Pillay, an innovative voice in modern healthcare, the Spy’s Craig Fuller was offered a glimpse into the future of healthcare that harmonizes technology with a holistic approach to patient care. Dr. Pillay argues that we stand at a pivotal moment in healthcare, where a “perfect collision” of […]]]> https://chestertownspy.org/2024/01/03/washington-colleges-remarkable-turnaround-story-a-chat-with-president-mike-sosulski-by-craig-fuller/ Wed, 03 Jan 2024 19:07:04 +0000 https://chestertownspy.org/?p=173425 Three years ago, Washington College, like almost every other liberal arts institution in the country, faced some real and perhaps even existential threats. Beyond the overwhelming challenge that the COVID pandemic brought to these schools, Washington College was also facing significant budget shortages, enrollment drops, and the after-effects of almost ten years of troubling leadership […]]]> https://chestertownspy.org/2023/12/28/the-big-mo-here-come-the-iowa-caucuses-by-craig-fuller/ Thu, 28 Dec 2023 15:34:18 +0000 https://chestertownspy.org/2023/12/28/the-big-mo-here-come-the-iowa-caucuses-by-craig-fuller/ Here come the Iowa Caucuses. Curious minds ask, will they really matter? Not all that much based on the past 20+ years. Since 1972, Iowa has been holding some version of the caucuses. People must actually show up at neighborhood locations and declare their support for the primary candidates. Only Iowans may participate. The results […]]]>