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 […]
James Rada, Jr. Thurmont Town Votes to Annex Simmers Property The Thurmont Mayor and Commissioners voted recently to annex nearly 17 acres of the Simmers property into the town. Part of the property was already in the town and the rest of the property had been included in the town’s master plan for annexation and […]
Thurmont Mayor John Kinnaird Where did summer go? We are now looking forward to all the fun of fall. There are plenty of events to enjoy and places to visit during the fall season. Let’s start with Colorfest on October 8-9. There will be plenty of crafts to see at the Community Park, GHC Carnival […]
On Monday, October 17, the Thurmont and Emmitsburg Lions Clubs are hosting a Candidates Forum for candidates running for Frederick County Council in District 5 and At-large, as well as candidates for County Executive. The County Council candidates include District 5—Mason Carter (R) and Julianna Lufkin (D); At-large—Tony Chmelik (R), Phil Dacey (R), Renee Knapp […]
Department Champion & Reserve Champion Winners Winners of the 66th Annual Thurmont & Emmitsburg Community Show, held September 9-11, 2022, at Catoctin High School in Thurmont, are listed below. At the Community Show, there were 125 new exhibitors! Premium checks and Department Champion gift certificates will be mailed to the winners by November 15, 2022. […]
BY Terry Pryor Writer, Poet, Life Coach, and Student of the Mind Note: This is the eighth month of action described in a series of motivational articles. Take some time each month to complete these action items, and you’ll see a “New You” emerge. Enjoy! Power Action #8: It’s A Love Song, Baby! As a […]
Blair Garrett It’s an exciting time to be a beer drinker in Thurmont. Craft beer aficionado and local restaurant owner Josh Bollinger has taken his home-brew talents to the restaurant scene. Bollinger’s newest project, Uncle Dirty’s Brew Works, is ready to start rotating beers into his longtime successful venture, Bollinger’s Restaurant. “I started home brewing […]
The following lists the status of new businesses and development coming to Emmitsburg: Emmit Ridge 2 — The property is for sale. Federal Stone — The forest and site plans have been approved. The next step is to submit an improvement plat with the town. Construction is being pushed back due to high construction cost […]
The following lists the status of new businesses and development coming to Thurmont: Hobb’s Division — Consists of two approved building lots in the Mixed-Use Village 1. They are listed for sale. Hammaker Hills, Phase 1 — Consists of 37 single-family dwelling lots in the R-2 zoning district. One lot was pre-existing and built. Water, […]