The Fort Ritchie Community Center recently hosted a Fun Run/Walk along with a Health & Wellness on May 16. The 5K winners were: 1st Place—Dave and Rosie Lehr (center), 2nd Place—James Summers (left), and 3rd Place—Dean Petersen (right).
VFW John R. Webb Post 3285 conducted its 2026 VFW National Day of Service by participating in a stream cleanup on May 9 (pictured above) with The City of Frederick Sustainability Department. The group collected 1,500-plus pounds of trash from the Rock Creek stream in Frederick. A team of 34 volunteers came together to make […]
Nicholas Miller (pictured right) of Thurmont was recognized for academic excellence during Hamilton College’s annual Class & Charter Day ceremony on May 12. Miller received The Holbrook Prize in Biology, an award presented to seniors who achieve the strongest academic records in six biology courses. The honor is one of several academic and scholarly achievement […]
By Alisha Yocum Richard Troxell grew up in Thurmont before attending the Academy of Vocal Arts in Philadelphia, where he graduated and went on to build a career as a tenor opera singer performing around the world. Troxell, who had recently finished his role as Dr. Caius in Falstaff in Philadelphia, was back in Thurmont […]
by Alisha Yocum Members of the Thurmont Top Shots, part of the Thurmont Conservation and Sportsman’s Club, recently competed in several local and regional trapshooting tournaments. Trapshooting is a shooting sport in which participants use shotguns to shoot at clay targets, often called “clay pigeons,” that are launched into the air from a single machine […]
With Michael Betteridge One Tiny Spark Every year at the end of the high school sports season, I traditionally like to wrap up the Catoctin spring sports season in this column on a high note and thank our seniors who are heading out for larger pastures and broader horizons. The big news this spring season […]
Sabillasville Environmental School (SES) recently had two students advance in local essay contests. Ruby Jones, an 8th grader, placed first in the Thurmont American Legion Americanism, and then went on to win both the Regional and State competitions. Julia Marl, also an 8th grader, place first in the Thurmont Lions Club Patriotism Essay Contest, advancing […]
By Zo Wetzel, Catoctin High School Student On June 6, the 3rd Annual Catoctin Community 5K will commence at Catoctin High School, down at the Cougar Stadium. Catoctin High’s Student Government Association has been reaching out to local businesses for several months, collecting donations and general public support in order to bring this event to […]
Mother Seton School Student, 7th Grade Each month, students from Mother Seton School’s Newspaper Club will be submitting articles from their perspective as a student. Mother Seton School’s Annual Trout Release Field Trip On Wednesday, April 29, the seventh-grade class from Mother Seton School went on the annual trout release field trip at the Roddy […]
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 […]
6: Antietam James Rada, Jr. Lou Preston eased his sedan onto the gravel drive of his family house on the edge of the National Park Service property for the Gettysburg Civil War Battlefield. Late afternoon sunlight filtered through pines, casting shifting patterns of gold and shadow across the yard, while the faint tang of damp […]
The Magma World by Mitchell Tester, College Student The universe has been an outlet for curiosity since the beginning of mankind. One thousand years ago, some humans believed that the Sun was either a massive ball of fire or, in some cases, a divine entity. Fast forward to modern astronomy, and we have a better […]
by Tricia Bush, CPA, CFP® Owner, AAA Advisory LLC The Hidden cost of putting off financial decisions Most people don’t avoid financial decisions because they’re lazy or irresponsible. They avoid them because life is busy. Work deadlines pile up. Kids need attention. Aging parents need help. Summer schedules get chaotic. And financial decisions often fall […]
The Summer Blue Ridge Summit Burned by James Rada, Jr. Blue Ridge Summit was not a heavily populated area in 1925. Only a few hundred people lived there year-round, but that summer, the small community suffered three fires that caused a lot of damage to the town. On June 16, the engine house of the […]
by Michele Tester The Wisdom Keepers I recently watched two movies that I’ve seen several times over: Father of the Bride and The Pursuit of Happyness. Reflecting on these two favorites of mine, it got me thinking about fathers and the significant role they play in a child’s life. Sometimes, there isn’t a father figure […]
by Richard D. L. Fulton PFC Dale M. Ford, Sr. First Thurmont 29th Division KIA Dale McDannell Ford was born on August 9, 1921, in Thurmont to parents Zach and Mary Ford. He had five brothers: James, David, Jacob, William, and Robert; and three sisters: Lillie, Dorothy, and Charlotte. Ford attended “grammar school” (elementary) in […]
Flag Day is a celebration of the American flag that occurs each year on June 14, the anniversary of the flag’s official adoption. On June 14, 1777, Congress made the Flag Resolution of 1777, stating: “The flag of the United States shall be thirteen stripes, alternate red and white, with a union of thirteen stars […]
Thurmont AMVETS Post 7, located at 26 Apples Church Road in Thurmont, is now open for lunch and dinner every Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, from 12:00 to 7:00 p.m., with weekly specials Wednesday through Saturday, from noon to 7:00 p.m. Check out the Friday Night Special: Bucket of Domestic Beer and an appetizer for […]
James Rada, Jr. June 1926, 100 Years Ago 3 Prisoners Who Escaped Md. ‘Cut’ Caught By Sheriff Less than two days after their escape from the Maryland House of Correction, three of four [prisoners] who left the State institution at Jessups were captured by Sheriff I. W. Albaugh and Deputy Horace Radcliffe. The capture was […]
by Maxine Troxell I found this Blueberry Almond Breakfast Casserole on https://dieter24.com/. It is a great way to start your day! It combines soft, baked bread with a custard-like filling, topped with fresh blueberries, almond slices, and a hint of sweetness. Whether you’re serving it for a weekend brunch or looking for an easy make-ahead […]
by Buck Reed Strawberries: It’s a Summer Thing Spring is firmly planted, and summer is around the corner. As we welcome the warm weather, we also welcome berries—more specifically, the strawberry. During the winter, you can find strawberries in most any produce aisle, and they might look nice, but for the most part, they are […]
by Dr. Thomas K. Lo, Advanced Chiropractic & Nutritional Healing Center . Chronic Pain: Root Causes and natural support strategies Part 2 Natural Support Strategies Now that you understand the potential causes of chronic pain (featured last month), the following are potential ways to improve your chronic pain: Anti-Inflammatory Nutrition Plan A 2020 study published […]
by Jeff Yocum Museum of the bible Whether you’re a believer or not, there is no denying that the Bible has profoundly affected history—particularly the history of Western civilization. Two major religions view the Bible as their foundational document. Their views and understanding of the Creator are derived from the scriptures. The Museum of the […]
by Tara Miller As we welcome the month of June, all of us at the Thurmont Senior Center look forward to another month filled with activities, friendship, laughter, and community connections. We always enjoy seeing familiar faces walk through our doors, and we warmly welcome anyone who may be visiting us for the first time. […]
BY Caitlyn Kirby Summer is quickly approaching! Now is the time to check out the Emmitsburg 50+ Center for fun programs, where you can beat the heat. Coming up on the first Saturday of June, we are working with the Emmitsburg Library to receive donations for the Craft Swap. The week of the swap, bring […]