Daily
Frederick
Friday, January 23rd, 2026
Good morning, Frederick. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 23rd of January.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Women’s retailer Francesca’s will close all its stores, including 10 in Maryland, and liquidate its remaining inventory, a company representative confirmed via email. The layoffs began on Jan. 14 + vendors report up to $250 million in unpaid invoices. Daily Voice
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Maryland Gov Wes Moore declared a State of Preparedness Friday as a major winter storm heads toward the area, with heavy snow and icy conditions expected Saturday afternoon. Emergency agencies are on standby (and residents are urged to avoid unnecessary travel) as hazardous road conditions are anticipated. WFMD
- ➤ A new tourism plan for Frederick County was proposed, and community input was gathered yesterday at the Monocacy National Battlefield visitor center, reflecting efforts to guide local tourism. Officials said the plan will be reviewed and updated in the coming months. Frederick News-Post
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Longyanguiheng issued a recall for about 6,800 Yetonamr Pull-String Teething Toys after at least 32 choking incidents (CPSC report) showed the silicone pull strings were too small under federal standards. Parents are urged to stop using the toy and follow refund instructions immediately. Daily Voice
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The Prom
7-10 p.m. — Maryland Ensemble Theatre — Tickets required — Witness a transformative story of love and acceptance with a charming mix of Broadway flair and student talent.
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Rocks at The RAK - Rockin' Raptors
6 PM - 12 AM — RAK Brewing Co — Enjoying drinks and learning about raptors while rocking out with live music.
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Higher Education Live Show
7-10:30 p.m. — Sandbox Brewhouse — Ticket info not specified — Experience a night of energetic music with Higher Education, Ritchie Royale, and Marshall Fuzz.
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Maryland Agricultural Commercial Pesticide Conference
8 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. — Frederick County 4-H Camp & Activities Center — Registration required — Earn continuing education credits while networking with fellow pesticide applicators and landscape contractors.
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Movie Knight Showcase
7-9:30 p.m. — 7th Sister — Free entry — Experience a showcase of local short films and engage in post-film discussions with filmmakers.
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Daddy Daughter Dance
7:30 p.m. — Frederick Fairgrounds — Parent and Child $70, Additional Child $35 — Dance under the stars while creating magical memories with your starlet.
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Candlelight: From Bach to The Beatles
8:30 p.m. — Union Mills Public House — Tickets available — Experience a mesmerizing musical journey from classical Bach to beloved Beatles hits under candlelight.
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Small Mouth Sounds
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Maryland Ensemble Theatre — $15 – $36 — Experience six strangers navigating their inner struggles at a silent retreat in this touching and humorous play.
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Fox Haven Foragers: Year-Round Wild Food Workshops
9 AM – 12 PM — Fox Haven Farm and Learning Center — $450.00 — Discover the art of foraging and connect with nature through seasonal workshops.
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Small Mouth Sounds
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Maryland Ensemble Theatre — $15 – $36 — Six strangers navigate their inner demons at a silent retreat in this humorous and compassionate play.
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