Celebrating Its 100th Anniversary Joan Bittner Fry Statement Concerning the Monterey Library: From private undated papers. Previous to a library being housed at the Episcopal Church property, a library was located at Dunbrack Inn. The Dunbrack Library was originated by the leaders of the summer community around Monterey and Blue Ridge Summit in 1894. Located […]
Jan Guillory Elias Lutheran Church in Emmitsburg was the birthplace of L’Arche Frederick Maryland back in February of 2009, with Jeanne Kuhn of Quirauk School Road introducing a small group to the idea of a community of L’Arche that would welcome adults with intellectual disabilities. Father Jon Greenstone was present that day, as well as […]
Richard D. L. Fulton Mount Saint Mary’s University (MSMU) announced that its institution has established an educational program geared towards individuals of all ages. The new program, based at the Mount’s Frederick campus and dubbed the Center for Lifelong Learning, was launched by the university’s Division of Continuing Studies, “In recognition of the importance of […]
Deb Abraham Spalding Willle Stover won first place at the Gettysburg Bike Show this year with his barn find 1948 WL Flathead 45 Harley Davidson he purchased from a Thurmont resident, Walter “Mack” Phebus, a former motorcycle mechanic at Delphey’s Sports and Hardware Store in Frederick. “It was meant to be for us to meet,” […]
The Thurmont Lions Club (TLC) would like to express its sincere gratitude and appreciation to the Thurmont community, surrounding counties and all the travelers on Rt. 15 who stopped by its sandwich booth for their support of the pit sandwich sales held this summer. The community’s dedication to the club over the past numerous years […]
U.S. Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots program is 75 years old this year, and Cub Scout Pack 270 and Venturing Crew 270 are proud to continue their partnership with them in collecting new unwrapped toys for kids in Frederick County. You will find collection boxes for drop-off at Ace Hardware, Mountain Gate Restaurant, and […]
The Thurmont Lions Club is proud to honor our Veterans with its 3rd Annual Wreaths Across America Ceremony on December 17, 2022. This ceremony coincides with the National ceremony that starts at noon, sharp. The ceremony will be held at Blue Ridge Cemetery on Altamont Avenue in Thurmont. All are welcome to attend. Please be […]
November 12 is the BSA Scouts National Annual Scouting for Food program, and Cub Scout Pack 270, BSA Scouts Troop 270B & G, and Venturing Crew 270 will be participating. On November 5, the Scouts will be putting bags on household doors. These bags make it easier for community members to donate needed items for […]
Blair Garrett Mount St. Mary’s is making a splash in the water polo scene. Entering the tail end of the team’s schedule, head coach Alyssa Diacono has her team dialed in and rolling through late stages of the season. “We’re going on to season three, and this is only our second full season since COVID,” […]
Michael Betteridge, WTHU One of my favorite books growing up was the Little Engine that Could. Written by a Hungarian immigrant, Arnold Munk in 1930, The Little Engine that Could was a generational, classic motivational story about optimism, believing in yourself, and the value of hard work. As I watched our Catoctin Cougars football team […]
Ryan Tokar, Thurmont Little League The 2022 Fall Ball season has come to an end at Thurmont Little League (TLL). Along with the typical rain cancelations and loss of daylight, this year brought some unusual challenges, as two of our main fields were closed for the bulk of the season due to maintenance. Without a […]
written by James Rada, Jr. A new serial fiction story for your enjoyment 1: The Crossing Thomas Hamilton reread the text message on his smartphone. He called Paula’s number a third time, and the call joined the other two in her voicemail. He texted, “Can we talk?” He doubted it would be answered. “I don’t […]
On Sunday, November 13, artist and art restorer Kateryna Dovgan will offer a Ukrainian Icon lecture at Mount St. Mary’s Knott Theatre in Emmitsburg for the benefit of Ukrainian war victims. Ukrainian-born Professor Dovgan teaches art and art history at McDaniel College. The lecture will be held from 2:00-4:00 p.m., and a goodwill collection will […]
Author James Rada, Jr. will present a benefit Book Talk at EOPCC (the Emmitsburg Osteopathic Primary Care Center) on November 6, from 2:00-4:00 p.m. Copious desserts and a silent auction will be held for the benefit of Dr. Bonnie Portier’s EOPCC at 121-123 W. Main Street in Emmitsburg (entrance on Lincoln Alley). James Rada, Jr. […]
Ten Things You Don’t Know About Randy by Valerie Nusbaum Over the years, I’ve told you a lot of things about my lovely husband. Some of them were actually true. In fact, I may have told you some of the following things before, and if I have, I do apologize for repeating myself. Getting older […]
by James Rada, Jr. November 1922, 100 Years Ago Rev. Waltemyer Resigns Rev. W. C. Waltemyer, who for the past seven years has been pastor of St. John’s Lutheran Church in Thurmont, has handed his resignation to the Council of the church, the same to be effective January 1st, 1923. The members of the Council […]
Sabillasville Caught up in Chinese Civil War by James Rada, Jr. Once Marion Firor left Thurmont on the express train on August 20, 1916, it took her more than a month to reach China, where she was to become a missionary teacher. She fell in love with the country and the people there, only to […]
The Science of Spicy Food by Buck Reed The definition of spicy we will be working with in this article will be “Food flavors provoking a burning sensation caused by chilies or other spicy foods or ingredients” or hot foods. First of all, if you do not appreciate spicy, hot foods, it is not a […]
by Ana Morlier, The Crazy Plant Lady Glorious Gourds Happy November, everyone! Time for a month of thanks, warm foods, and delightful decorations. What better way to celebrate this festive month than with gourds? While you may only note them for their scant appearance on the dinner table, the gourd is a rather unappreciated vegetable. […]
by Maxine Troxell Thanksgiving is coming up, so what can you serve for dessert other than traditional pumpkin pie? A number of years ago, I ran across this show-stopper cake recipe in Gold Metals’ State Fair recipe book. I made it one year for the Thurmont & Emmitsburg Community Show, and it won Reserve Champion […]
by Ava Morlier, Culinary Arts Writer Happy November! Today’s dish is a deliciously sweet way to start your day (and a great way to satisfy all your hungry relatives waiting for the Thanksgiving feast to come together): Stuffed French Toast! French toast itself, is relatively simple to make (and I’m sure many of you at […]
Airman First Class Ballenger From Rocky Ridge to Japan …and Beyond by Richard D. L. Fulton Life-long Rocky Ridge resident, Emily Ballenger (pictured right), during a short two-year span during which she lived in Texas, decided to seek out a career move, and subsequently signed on with the United States Air Force. Ballenger is the […]
Make Vegetables, Fruits, and Herbs Your Partner in Health by Dr. Thomas K. Lo, Advanced Chiropractic & Nutritional Healing Center I just love how delicious and nutritious fresh vegetables from the garden are. Some of my favorites are vine-ripened tomatoes, just-harvested peaches and corn, also fresh herbs and spices. Growing your own edible plants—whether in […]
jEanne Angleberger, Shaklee Associate for a Healthier Life Do you find yourself eating differently around your family and your friends? Our food choices can be influenced by the company we share at the table. Studies have shown that we tend to eat more when we are with friends and family than when we eat alone. […]
An American Roadhouse Deb Abraham Spalding Some names have been changed to protect the innocent! Cactus Flats has a reputation, and it is legendary! Rumor has it, the white house with the cute green cactus out front, located along Route #806 (Hansonville Road), south of Thurmont, started as a roadhouse and is now a unique […]