The Ocean Pines Association of Ocean City, Md. has negotiated a two-year contract with Matt Ortt Companies, a Berlin, Md.-based restaurant development and management company that has operated a variety of fine- and casual-dining establishments, including TGI Fridays and Hooters. The contract does not apply to the Tern Grille at the Association’s country club.

A reporter for WMDT ABC47 in Salisbury, Md.,focused on the work done by the grounds crew headed by Golf Course Superintendent Mike Salvio, CGCS. The participatory report showed the reporter helping with tasks including cup-cutting, bedknife sharpening and checking the irrigation system.