America’s First All-Black CCC
America’s First All-Black CCC Richard D. L. Fulton The Gettysburg Battlefield served as the home to America’s first all-black Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) camp in 1939, whose recruits helped in making improvements to the old 1863 former combat site of a fierce and brutal war. The CCC was established in 1933 by President Franklin…
Where the Rides are Happening
James Rada, Jr. With the weather warming up, people are looking to get outside more and have fun in the summer sun. This means that local carnivals are starting to visit the area with their mix of rides, games, food, and entertainment for the whole family. Here are some of the local carnivals to look…
Jacob’s Church Celebrates 200 Years
Deb Abraham Spalding Jacob’s Church on Harbaugh Valley Road in Fairfield, Pennsylvania, near Sabillasville, celebrated its 200th Anniversary on September 17 and 18, 2022. The two-day event was unique, with old time dress, music, folks telling about the history of Jacob’s Church, food, fellowship, and historic displays of the church. Jacob’s Church’s Pastor Richard Daughtridge…
Celebrate Recovery Now in Thurmont
Todd Imes, 1988 Catoctin High School Graduate When you see the word “recovery,” do you automatically think of drugs and alcohol? Most of us do. However, we live in a world where many more issues, other than these, control our lives. Things such as food, gambling, shopping, pornography, and work addictions are just a few…
Scouts in the Park
Scouts in the Park will be held on July 25, 2019, at 5:00 p.m. in Thurmont Community Park. No matter what Scouting uniform you wear, you are invited to come for food, games, skill-building activities, and lots of fun. Are you interested in finding out more about Scouting? Come talk to leaders from local Cub…
