
Community Difference Maker
By Alisha Yocum Brenda Gonder Brenda Gonder of Thurmont has a gift for bringing smiles and comfort to everyone she meets. Affectionately known as the “Queen of Weis,” many recognize her as the friendly face greeting them at the self-checkout at Weis Markets in Thurmont. For 18 years, Gonder has gone beyond her role, brightening…
Heroes on the Run
Catoctin High School’s Inaugural Community 5K Raises $5,000 for Special Olympics Alisha Yocum It was a great turnout for Catoctin High School’s (CHS) first Catoctin Community 5K and Fun Run on June 1. The school’s Student Government Association and Unified Generation Club joined forces to plan the event, which benefited the Special Olympics of Maryland.…
