
Business News
The Briefing Room is a Place to Unwind & Relax
The Briefing Room is a Place to Unwind & Relax By James Rada Jr. The Briefing Room at Fort Ritchie opened on July 4, as the former Army base, which served as a military intelligence training center during World War II, continues its revitalization into a small civilian community and small business center. The bar…
Howdy Y’all Boutique Opens in Thurmont
By Alisha Yocum Downtown Thurmont is now the new home of a western boutique at 1 East Main Street. Howdy Y’all Boutique is bringing hats, denim, tops, dresses and country-inspired style to the community. Behind the new storefront is one of Thurmont’s youngest entrepreneurs, 21-year-old Morgan Eyler, whose welcoming smile and enthusiasm greet customers as…
Emmitsburg Resident Opens Mobile Dog Grooming Business
By Alisha Yocum Woofie’s of Frederick, a provider of mobile pet grooming, dog walking, and pet-sitting services, celebrated its grand opening during Frederick’s 250th Independence Day Celebration on Saturday, July 4, at Baker Park. During the event, the company handed out complimentary emergency pet wallet cards while supplies last. The wallet cards are designed to…
Mick’s Plumbing & Heating Celebrates 35 Years
Mickey Late, owner of Mick’s Plumbing & Heating, still remembers the Isuzu truck he used to launch his business 35 years ago. What began as a one-man operation has grown to 64 employees and a fleet of 49 trucks. Late says he started the business out of necessity. He was working for Thurmont Plumbing at…
Businesses Past
Glade Valley Milling Company The Glade Valley Milling Company, Woodsboro, is the only “identified” flour mill structure remaining in Woodsboro, according to the Maryland Historical Trust (MHT). The mill was also referred to as the Glades Valley Milling Company in a state archive document, dated March 29, 2007, and entitled Frederick County Mills. The plurality…

