Hesson’s Department Store by Richard D. L. Fulton Daniel J. (D.J.) Hesson, a prominent merchant, banker, and politician in Taneytown, established the D.J. Hesson Department Store in 1903, according to Google AI, on the northwest corner of the town square (1 York Street). Hesson served as a president of Taneytown Savings Bank, and he had […]
Programs for people of all ages and abilities highlight the fall schedule at the Fort Ritchie Community Center (FRCC). While it was sad to close out the summer camp program, it is equally exciting to introduce new opportunities and continue successful programs such as Kids Club and Homeschool Club. The FRCC will also host several […]
By nan cashon The inaugural Walk Today for Women Tomorrow, organized by Philanthropic Educational Organization (P.E.O.) Chapter X of the Western Maryland Reciprocity Group, brought together members of Chapters AB, AG, AI, T and X on Saturday, August 1, at Baker Park in historic downtown Frederick. The event celebrated P.E.O.’s mission to motivate, educate, and […]
For more than 30 years, Phyllis Kelly has been a familiar face at the Emmitsburg Food Bank. After decades of serving the community, Kelly recently decided it was time to step down from managing the food bank and pass the reins to someone younger. Two years ago, Kelly found that person: Sarah Jacobson. The two […]
By Lion Ruth Heaney “If we learn nothing else from this tragedy, we learn that life is short and there is no time for hate.” ~Sandy Dahl, wife of Flight 93 pilot Jason Dahl. In 2021, the Thurmont Lions Club asked Lion George Bolling to develop a remembrance program on 9/11. Lion Bolling recruited Lion […]
The Thurmont Lions Club did a wonderful job collecting money and donations for the school supply drive. They collected l,l95 items, plus $200 in cash, to support the children going back to school. The supplies and cash were delivered to the Moravian Church on August 4. Backpacks, folders, pens, pencils, notebooks, supply boxes, ear buds, […]
Pam Bolin, Board Member of the Vigilant Hose Company in Emmitsburg, hands Phyllis Kelly a check for $1,000 for the Emmitsburg Food Bank.
The annual Thurmont “National Night Out” was held at the Thurmont Police Department. The crowd was much larger than last year, with more exhibits from organizations. Scouts set up a tent, Lion Mike Irons had his “Sweet Treats” ice cream truck, and Lion David Crum had a Woodsboro Bank table with information about bank operations. […]
By Joan Bittner Fry Categorized under Veterans’ and Military Organizations, records show Cascade Post No. 239 of the American Legion, Inc., located at 14448 McAfee Hill Road, Cascade, MD 21719, was established and granted tax-exempt status in March, 1946, and incorporated on August 3, 1950. The 75th Anniversary of Post 239 was celebrated on August […]
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is helping support communities throughout Frederick County through the donation of more than 30,000 pounds of shelf-stable foods to 12 Frederick-area food banks, which included the Thurmont Food Bank, Emmitsburg Food Bank, Wolfsville Food Pantry, Frederick Rescue Mission, Helping Hands Caring Hearts, St. Peter’s Food Pantry, Mt. […]
The 1st VDG Service Challenge will be part of the youth global cause to provide young people with the support they need to make positive choices. Moving from elementary school to middle school is a big step. The FVDG created the “Brave Bag” to remind the students that they are not alone and that they […]
Do you have a cat? Dog? Or other pet? Can your pet do tricks? Do you have a special costume that your pet wears? If so, bring your pet to the Thurmont & Emmitsburg Community Show Pet Show, which will be held on Saturday, September 12, at Catoctin High School. Registration for the Pet Show […]
The Catoctin High School (CHS) Class of 1976 Reunion committee is seeking information about the following people (listed below). If you know the address, telephone number, or email address of any missing classmates, your help would be greatly appreciated. Please contact Donna (Hahn) Gills at 240-818-2964 or donna.gills76@gmail.com. Classmates we are unable to locate: Kim […]
by Masyn Sanders, Club Reporter, Lewistown Mt. View 4-H Club Our club has been bustling with activities this spring and summer. We had a large turnout on March 15, as we enjoyed a fun afternoon of pizza and bowling at Walkersville Bowling Lanes. Many thanks to the following businesses that donated gift cards to our […]
Pastor Andrew and the congregation of Mt. Bethel UM Church, located at 14110 Stottlemeyer Road, Foxville, will celebrate its 190th anniversary on September 13, 2026. The following information detailing the church building of the first Mt. Bethel Church was obtained from records handwritten by Henry Buhrman, a member of the first congregation. This congregation was […]
The annual Mt. Tabor Church Big Picnic, Tractor Parade, and Baby Show was held on Saturday, August 8, at Mt. Tabor Park in Rocky Ridge. A total of 18 babies—9 girls and 9 boys—participated in the show. For the first time ever, we had more tractors in the Tractor Parade (22) than we had babies […]
Artist – Adrien Gehring Artist – Jerry Brown By Linda Sundergill Art has been part of the history of national parks since the 1860s, when Hudson River School painters captured the majestic Western landscapes that became our first iconic national parks. Their awe-inspiring works spurred Americans to preserve those lands for future generations. Artist George […]
Terrence (Terry) Joseph Miller August 25, 1939 – July 23, 2026 Terrence (Terry) Joseph Miller of Waxahachie, Texas, went home to be with the Lord on July 23, 2026, at the age of 86. He was a Christ-follower, a loving father, grandfather, great-grandfather, husband, and friend. He is survived by his loving wife of 28 […]
Every year, Catoctin Youth Association (CYA) Football & Cheer asks its athletes to help raise funds for critical needs like equipment, uniforms, and field maintenance. This year, the program was able to raise over $8,000 toward the program through the Fill the Bow Fundraiser, where cheerleaders collected money in an attempt to fill their bow […]
With Michael Betteridge . Thunder & Lightning Recently, we learned of another notable high school football team that faced defeat—not on the field but in the record books. The Hancock Panthers in Washington County have been playing football since 1957. That run has ended. The Panthers notified the MPSSAA that they will not field a […]
By Alisha Yocum Tanner Shorb, a student at Catoctin High School, recently competed in the 62nd Annual SkillsUSA National Leadership & Skills Conference (NLSC) in Atlanta, Georgia. The NLSC is the nation’s largest workforce development event for students enrolled in public career and technical education programs. The SkillsUSA Championships features over 6,700 competitors in 114 […]
Makayla Comer is a junior at Catoctin High School and a member of the Future Farmers of America (FFA). She is serving as the 2025-2026 Thurmont & Emmitsburg Community Show Ambassador and currently serves as Social Media Coordinator. In this monthly series, Comer will take readers behind the scenes of what it takes to raise […]
Baltimore Cathedral by Richard D. L. Fulton The United States Postal Service (USPS) issued a series of 15-cent stamps, featuring examples of early “architecture of enduring beauty, strength and usefulness,” according to the Smithsonian National Postal Museum, on June 4, 1979. The first set of four different stamps was issued on June 4, 1979, and […]
James Rada, Jr. 9: Emmitsburg Lou Preston’s hand trembled slightly as he lifted the receiver and dialed the Gettysburg Police. His voice felt small in the quiet kitchen, white walls humming with the hum of the refrigerator. He reported the break-in at his house, every word careful and measured. A half hour later, an officer […]