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…
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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…
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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…
Heartfelt Homecare Opens, Bringing Compassionate In-Home Care to Northern Frederick County
Alisha Yocum A new locally owned business is bringing compassionate, dependable in-home care to families in the Northern Frederick County area with the opening of Heartfelt Homecare. “I wanted to create a service where care truly comes from the heart—where clients feel seen, respected, and treated like family,” Kendra Williams-Ingle said. Williams-Ingle founded the company…
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 received and are being reviewed. The town engineer inspected the property on December 2, 2025. Creamery Court Extension (Creamery…
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by Richard D. L. Fulton Emmitsburg Water Company The incorporation and first board of commissioners of the “Emmitsburgh (sic) Water Company” was initially approved by the Maryland General Assembly in 1816. The board consisted of Robert L. Annan, Patrick Reid, John Agnew, Lewis Motter, and Daniel M. Moore, according to waterworkshistory.us. A Private Corporation The…
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by Richard D. L. Fulton Taneytown Garage The Taneytown Garage (also known as the Taneytown Garage Company) was established in 1914 on West Baltimore Street, selling Ford vehicles and Goodrich tires, according to Images of America, Taneytown. John J. Hockensmith (died 1955) had served as the manager of the company for 38 years until the…
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Emmitsburg New Business and Development Briefs The following are the status of new businesses and development coming to Emmitsburg from the town planner’s report: Federal Stone (Creamery Road, east side of U.S. 15) — Awaiting as-builts for water, sewer, lighting, and landscaping for bond release. The grand opening was October 12, 2025. Creamery Court Extension…
Woodsboro Bank Donates to Support Frederick County 4-H Therapeutic Riding Center After Devastating Fire
The Frederick County 4-H Therapeutic Riding Center is rebuilding after a devastating barn fire on August 31 that destroyed its barn, tack room, equipment, and hay. The loss forced the program to cancel all of its fall classes as it works to recover and rebuild. The organization’s mission is to provide Frederick County residents with…
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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) — An occupancy permit has been issued. Received as-builts for stormwater. Awaiting as-builts for water, sewer, lighting, and landscaping. The grand opening…
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by Richard D. L. Fulton Gettysburg’s Photoplay Theater Gettysburg’s Photoplay Theater was established in 1912, with the first theater advertisements appearing on January 15, 1912. According to the March 28, 1917, issue of The Gettysburgian, the Photoplay Theater, at that time, was located across Baltimore Street from the courthouse. Cinema Treasures’ website (cinematreasures.org) states that…
New Bakery Opens at Fort Ritchie
Alisha Yocum Sweet Thyme Breads & Treats LLC, a new bakery that focuses on providing baked goods using clean ingredients, opened in June at 14410 Argonne Avenue at Fort Ritchie in Cascade. Manager Madison McGrady said the staff sources many of their ingredients from local markets and businesses. “Our products do not contain processed ingredients…
Woodsboro Bank CEO Steve Heine to Retire in 2025
Woodsboro Bank has announced that President and CEO Steve Heine (pictured right) will retire on December 31, 2025, after more than eight years of leadership. Heine, who joined the bank in 2017, guided it through a period of record growth, with profitability rising each year, and the bank more than doubling in size. He also…
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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) — An occupancy permit has been issued. Awaiting as-builts. Grand opening is scheduled for October 12, 2025. Creamery Court Extension (Creamery Court)…
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by Richard D. L. Fulton Monocacy Drive-In Theater The Monocacy Drive-in Theater opened on August 24, 1952, and was located on Route 140 (Taneytown-Emmitsburg Road), near Taneytown. The coming of a new drive-in theater was initially announced in the August 26, 1952, edition of The (Frederick) News, which had reported that John G. Miller, owner…
New Business Brings Unique Way to Keep Guests Hydrated
Alisha Yocum Are you looking to add a unique attraction to your next event? The Burro Bar is sure to get attention at your wedding, corporate event, or any gathering! The mother-daughter duo, Becky and Taylor Clarke, started the business after first seeing the idea on Pinterest over 10 years ago. At the center of…
Luxe Nails Opens in Thurmont
Alisha Yocum Luxe Nails celebrated its grand opening on August 9. Thurmont’s newest nail salon offers a relaxing atmosphere and tranquil setting for you to be pampered. The business offers a variety of pedicure packages, manicures, and waxings. Luxe Nails’ Signature Herbal Pedicure includes an aromatic herbal foot soak, an herbal scrub, and hot stone…
