Mary Ellen Clark, President, Frederick County Sheep Breeders Association Each year, the Frederick County Sheep Breeders look back at the year in reflection during its annual meeting, which was held virtually in December 2021. They use this time to take note of their successes, as well as what they would like to improve for members […]
The Thurmont Grange #409 met on November 22, 2021, for its annual Community Citizen Award Dinner and also to recognize members of the grange for their years of service, not only for the Grange but for our community. Greta Lambert was recognized with a 40-year membership award. Greta lives in Woodsboro, but previously lived in […]
The following individuals were recognized by the Thurmont Grange with the Grange Community Citizen Awards, both of whom generously volunteer their time to serve our community through programs that fulfill a great need: the Clothes Closet and the Thurmont Food Bank. The first recipient of the Community Citizen Award is Sandy Moser from the Clothes […]
After receiving the last and final approval from the Frederick County Board of Education in December 2021, Sabillasville Environmental School has been moving forward with plans to open it’s doors at the start of the 2022/23 school year at the current Sabillasville Elementary School building. On January 23, 2022, the school opened up enrollment to […]
Since 1995, Thurmont Masons have awarded scholarships worth over $100,000 to area students! Scholarships are available to all graduating high school seniors from a Maryland State accredited public, private, and/or homeschool program who reside within the Catoctin High School district boundaries, as per the Frederick County Public School district map (see FCPS District Map at […]
Ryan Tokar, Thurmont Little League As the ice and snow continue to blanket the ground, it’s hard to believe that baseball season will begin in just a few short weeks. The registration period for baseball and our brand-new softball program will close on February 13. There is still a lot of other work to be […]
Jayden Myers When I entered high school, I never expected to be a part of Unified Sports. As a matter of fact, I never even knew it was a thing. I became acquainted with Unified Sports through my teacher, Ms. Kelle. One day, I walked into the library for my lunch shift where the Unified […]
written by James Rada, Jr. A new serial fiction story for your enjoyment 6: Hot On The Trail Rubbing his eyes and yawning, Mechanicstown Sheriff Paul Cresap rode his horse into the collier’s camp on Catoctin Mountain. This was the fourth camp he had visited today. The colliers moved their camps from time to time […]
by Valerie Nusbaum I’m back. My apologies for missing last month. We had a family emergency, and I wasn’t finding any humor in that situation. I’ll fill you in on that in a bit, but I want to start out by wishing my mother a very happy birthday. Miss Wanda turned 90 years old on […]
by James Rada, Jr. February 1922, 100 Years Ago Rabbits Imported Dr. J. A. O’Toole has been notified that he may expect to receive within the next few days, a shipment of 50 cotton tail rabbits for distribution in this section. About 3,600 rabbits were being purchased by the State Game Department of Maryland to […]
Bessie Darling’s Murder Haunts Us Still by James Rada, Jr. Editor’s Note: We thought we would tell the notorious local story of love and obsession in honor of Valentine’s Day. It’s not that we think every potential mate is a psychopathic killer, but not every relationship has a happy ending. Of course, we hope your […]
by Ana Morlier, The Crazy Plant Lady “Helping You Find Plants That Work” Happy February, everyone! Finally, a month with an exciting holiday—Valentine’s Day—is upon us. I’m sure other columns in the Banner have helped you get an idea of how you want to celebrate this holiday, from setting up the perfect meal to […]
by Ava Morlier, Culinary Arts Writer Happy February! Today’s recipe will be celebrating the Lunar New Year (Happy Year of the Tiger): Egg rolls! An American take on an Asian classic (the traditional spring roll generally includes a vegetable filling and a thin wrapper; egg rolls, created by Asian immigrants to appeal to American customers, […]
(Yes, you really are in control!) Terry Pryor, Writer, Poet, Life Coach and Student of the Mind We live in a world where things change. It has always been that way, but never as fast and furiously as today. There was a time when job security referred to maintaining a job as the result of […]
Buying or Selling in Today’s Market By K. Diane Bowers, Realtor, GRI, J&B Real Estate, Inc. Can YOU BUY a home? One of the biggest myths is that you need 20 percent as a down payment. This is not true; actually, most are 0-5 percent. Steps to Buying a Home Find a Good Realtor. Others […]
How I Came to Know My Father ~ Part 2 by Sally T. Grove Using Her Father Chester L. Grove, Jr.’s Diary and Reflecting on What He Had Written I was 20 years old when I first came to understand my father. He invited me to return home to live with him on Thanksgiving Day […]
Ulcerative Colitis: What Is It? by Dr. Thomas K. Lo, Advanced Chiropractic & Nutritional Healing Center Ulcerative colitis is an inflammatory bowel disease that causes long-lasting inflammation or sores in the digestive tract. Ulcerative colitis affects the innermost lining of the large intestine and rectum. It happens when abnormal reactions of the immune system cause […]
jEanne Angleberger, Shaklee Associate for a Health Winter vegetables are nutritious and available. The weather outside might be below freezing, but that does not mean your vegetable choices are limited! Below are a few tasty and healthy winter veggie suggestions. Brussel Sprouts. Brussel sprouts are loaded with vitamin K, sometimes referred to as “mini cabbage.” […]
The railroad put Thurmont on the map and gave the town its name. When the golden age of rail travel passed, Thurmont eventually lost its rail service. “I remember when the trains started slowing down, and then one day, there were no trains,” Mayor John Kinnaird said at the grand opening of Maryland Transload Logistics […]
Frederick Health, the largest healthcare provider in Frederick County, is pleased to announce the groundbreaking of a new, top-of-the-line facility in Emmitsburg. This facility—which will be built and operated in partnership with Mount St. Mary’s University—will provide award-winning local care to residents of the area, as well as staff and students of the university. This […]
Part Two Terry Pryor In the 1990s, the United States Marine Corps tested the usefulness of commercial off-the-shelf skateboards during urban combat military exercises in a program called Urban Warrior ‘99. Their special purpose was “for maneuvering inside buildings in order to detect tripwires and sniper fire.” Yes, size matters. Most boards are about 7¼ […]
Emmitsburg Mayor Don Briggs Lots of things to unwrap in our town Christmas stocking for 2022. To add to the Christmas decorations adorning the square are the new façade improvements on the building on the northwest corner. From the impetus of becoming a state-recognized sustainable community leading to downtown upgrades, now the properties on three […]
by James Rada, Jr. Thurmont Commissioners May Adjust Colorfest Fees The Thurmont Mayor and Commissioners reviewed the costs and revenues the town incurred during the 2021 Colorfest. The town had $25,707 deficit, which was the greatest loss since 2014. The town works to balance the income it receives from permits and fines against the costs […]
Woodsboro Burgess Heath Barnes My hope is that each of you had a Merry Christmas and a Happy Holiday. December 4 and 5 was an exciting weekend in Woodsboro with the annual Holiday Bazaar at the Woodsboro Lutheran Church on December 4, and a visit from Santa on December 5. Santa made his rounds all […]
Blair Garrett From humble beginnings to a 50-year business, Beard’s Trash Service in Thurmont celebrates a huge milestone. The desire to make a successful business that your family can inherit is not uncommon. However, the ability to make it a reality is a whole different story. Beard’s Trash Service is a family-owned business that epitomizes […]