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Group of Parkside seniors accepted to SU
SALISBURY, Md. - Some Parkside High School students are looking forward to become college freshmen right here on the shore. A large group of seniors were accepted to Salisbury University on the…
Tyson employees receive off the clock pay while unable to work
TEMPERANCEVILLE, Va. - The Tyson Company is making sure their employees feel appreciated even during an unfortunate company disturbance. Tyson was shut down for nine days due to a power outage the…
North Salisbury Elementary third graders visit 47 ABC
SALISBURY, Md. - A group of third grade magnet students visited our station on Tuesday. The students got a chance to tour the station and learn what goes into making a newscast.…
Rotary Club donates to Salisbury Christian Shelter
SALISBURY, Md. - Salisbury's Christian Shelter is bringing in over $10,000 thanks for a generous donation from the Rotary Club. For the 14th year in a row, the Rotary Club of Salisbury,…
Chief Meteorologist Daniel Johnson visits Glen Avenue Elementary School
SALISBURY, Md.- Our very own Daniel Johnson got a chance to hang out with some third grade students at Glen Avenue Elementary on Friday. He got to talk to the students…
Good Samaritan steps in to help trapped person
DOVER, Del. - Last week the Dover Fire Department thanked one man for stepping in to saved a person who was riding a bike and got trapped under a car. Darell Muchinson…
Downtown Salisbury Visitor Center accepting letters for Santa
SALISBURY, Md. - Christmastime is here, and the Downtown Salisbury Visitor Center is making sure your kids are ready and get everything they want. One of Santa's helpers set up the mailbox…
Students at Pinehurst Elementary learn about non-fiction books through theme "cafe"
SALISBURY, Md. - One Salisbury teacher recently taught her students about non-fiction books in a unique way. Students in Ms. Hitchens' class at Pinehurst Elementary went to the luxurious "Star-Books" cafe…
Dorchester Co. middle schoolers compete in mathematics contest at SU
SALISBURY, Md. - Almost 30 middle school students are showing off their mathematical skills in the big leagues. On Tuesday, students from Mace's Lane Middle School and North Dorchester Middle School competed…
Local girl hosts dress drive to help girls in need of Homecoming dresses
MARYLAND - Miss Crustacean contestant Madison Diggs recently organized a dress drive for girls needing Homecoming dresses. The drive, appropriately named "The Crabber Boutique", allowed girls to pick out dresses for free.…
Sussex Tech junior wins state-wide competition
DELAWARE - One local high school student recently won a state-wide competition in Delaware. Julia Buoni of Millsboro was named the national winner of the School Bus Safety Poster contest. The contest…
Movies at Midway donates to Beebe Healthcare
REHOBOTH BEACH, Del. - The Movies at Midway in Rehoboth Beach recently donated $7,000 to the Beebe Medical Foundation and Beebe Healthcare. This donation is a part of the "I Believe In…
47 ABC thanks active military and veterans on Veterans Day
SALISBURY, Md. - Everyone at 47 ABC would like to thank our active duty military and veterans for their sacrifice. Thank you for your bravery and undying love of this country. There…
Local high school student recognized statewide for her artistic talents
BERLIN, Md. - One local high school student is being recognized statewide for her artistic talents. Stephen Decatur High School student Brooke Wharthen was personally invited to share her artwork at the…
Wicomico Co. Unified Tennis Teams win district gold
SALISBURY, Md. - The Unified Tennis Teams from James M. Bennett High School and Wicomico High School recently won district gold. This means they qualify for the Interscholastic Unified Tennis Championship at…
Del. organization donates money to help Indian River School District cafeteria program
BETHANY BEACH, Del. - One local organization recently donated money to help out the Indian River School District cafeteria program. Perfect Furnishings of Bethany Beach donated $2,000 to the school district, which…
Georgetown resident recognized at the 2019 Governor's Outstanding Volunteer Awards dinner
DOVER, Del. - Delaware Governor John Carney recently presented a Georgetown resident with an award for her volunteer efforts. Debbie Short received the Emerging Volunteer Leader Award at the 2019 Governor's Outstanding…
North Dover Elementary School run team spreads holiday cheer at local retirement home
DOVER, Del. - A Delaware elementary school got into the Thanksgiving spirit and spread some cheer at a local retirement home. The girls on the run team visited residents at Westminster Village…
Delmar Middle & High holds pep rally to gear up for big game
DELMAR, Del. - Delmar Middle & High School held their pep rally on Friday in preparation for the football team's big matchup against rival Laurel for the Lions Club trophy. The event…
Local girl honors late brother on Halloween
SALISBURY, Md. - One local school celebrated Super Heroes Day on Halloween, and a viewer shared a picture of her daughter dressed as her favorite Super Hero. One of our viewers, Colleen…
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