Business News
Nonprofit Brings Free Clothing and Supplies to Northern Frederick County
Alisha Yocum Jennifer Zimmer has always dreamed of starting a nonprofit to support those in need. After more than 20 years as a social worker, she witnessed firsthand the daily struggles many families face. “When people needed help, they were just given numbers,” Zimmer recalled. “But if you’re asking for help, you need it in…
Thurmont’s Newest Food Truck:
The Savagery Jason Savage and his stepdaughter, Ryleigh Barton, are hitting the road with their latest culinary venture: The Savagery, a food truck serving up creative takes on breakfast and hot dogs. Many may recognize the duo from their first business venture, The Sauced Savage, where they served up delicious BBQ for nearly seven years.…
Businesses Past...
by Richard D. L. Fulton Waynesboro’s W.T. Grant Company The W.T. Grant stores, a chain of department stores, were established by William Thomas Grant when he opened his first store (dubbed as the W. T. Grant Co. 25 Cent Store) in 1906 in Lynn, Massachusetts. As the sole store evolved into a nationwide chain of…
Emmitsburg New Business and Development Briefs
The following are the statuses of new businesses and developments coming to Emmitsburg from the town planner’s report: Federal Stone (Creamery Road, east side of U.S. 15) — Under construction. Town staff is coordinating with the developer and consultants regarding water lines connecting to the WWTP headworks. Christ Community Church (Creamery Road) — The Maryland…
