Business News
Woodsboro Bank Appoints Dwayne Myers to Board of Directors
Frederick County’s Woodsboro Bank has appointed Dwayne Myers, CEO of Dynamic Automotive, to its Board of Directors. Myers brings more than 30 years of experience in the local business community. As CEO of Dynamic Automotive, a full-service auto repair and maintenance company, he has overseen the growth of the business to seven locations across Frederick…
FIBE Dance Brings Line Dancing to the Community
Alisha Yocum Carissa Kijowski boot-scooted and boogied her way into her new business, FIBE Dance, back in December 2024, and it has been growing ever since. The company offers line dancing lessons throughout the local area. Kijowski says FIBE stands for Feel Inspired Become Empowered, something she hopes people feel after taking one of her…
Thurmont Roy Rogers Welcomes New General Manager
Alisha Yocum Jonathan Barton has been a familiar face at the Thurmont Roy Rogers for many years. After serving as assistant manager for three years, Barton stepped into the role of general manager, a position he held for nine years. Recently, Barton was promoted to district manager, where he will now oversee several locations, including…
BusinessBriefs
Emmitsburg New Business and Development Briefs The following are the statuses of new businesses and development coming to Emmitsburg from the town planner’s report: Federal Stone (Creamery Road, east side of U.S. 15) — As-builts for water, sewer, lighting, and landscaping were reviewed. The town engineer inspection took place on December 4, 2025. The bond…
Supporting Small Businesses Through the Winter Months
As winter settles across our area, many small businesses face one of the most challenging stretches of the year. Shorter days, unpredictable weather, and tighter household budgets can slow foot traffic and sales, especially for locally owned shops, restaurants, and service providers that form the backbone of our communities. Despite these challenges, community support can…
Businesses Past
by Richard D. L. Fulton Gettysburg National Tower The Gettysburg National Tower was previously located near the current Evergreen Cemetery and Taneytown Road private property, adjacent to the Gettysburg National Military Park. Access to the site was attained via an access road that had branched off of Taneytown Road. The proposal to build the Gettysburg…
