Thurmont Regional Library and the Friends of the Thurmont Regional Library have been able to provide lunches for youth, ages 18 and under , this summer through the generosity of community organizations and individuals. The program provides free lunches for children 18 and under , who reside in the northern area of the county, while…

A serial fiction story for your enjoyment written by James Rada, Jr. 7: Making a Deal Stacy Lawrence and Bobby Hennessey set up a time to meet at the Kountry Kitchen restaurant the day following his job offer to her. Stacy had wanted time to think about the offer and think of any questions she…

James Rada, Jr. The signs on the doors of businesses across the area are turning from closed to open as the COVID-19 restrictions in Maryland and Frederick County loosen. Even businesses that were open because they were deemed essential are expanding their operations. On June 11, the Carriage House Inn in Emmitsburg opened with 32…

In March, when Thurmont Kountry Kitchen Restaurant owners, Sherry and Rob Myers, heard that the Frederick County Public School System had initially left out Northern Frederick County as part of its student lunch provisions during the coronavirus shutdowns in March, they immediately took action to fill the gap. Sherry said, “I want to make sure…

Blue Ridge Sportsmen’s Association 2014 Events The Blue Ridge Sportsmen’s Association is holding a Cash Bingo on December 7. Doors will open at 11:00 a.m. Games will begin at 12:45 p.m. Their Breakfast with Santa will be on December 13, from 9:00-11:00 a.m. On December 14, they will hold their Sunday Funday at 2:00 p.m.…

Lindsay Brandt He may look, walk, talk, sing, and play the guitar like Willie Nelson, but Richard Isaac Renner is not Willie Nelson. Richard started singing when he was just five years old. He would run around his parents house, grab his mother’s broom, and create a makeshift guitar while singing along to the tunes…