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Frederick
Wednesday, June 18th, 2025
Good morning, Frederick. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 18th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Dunkin' is celebrating its fourth annual Iced Coffee Day today—$1 from every iced coffee and cold brew sold at participating locations will be donated to the Dunkin' Joy in Childhood Foundation to help children battling hunger and illness. The funds raised will support local health and hunger relief programs in nearby neighborhoods. Daily Voice
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Witnesses testified on Tuesday at the Frederick County Court House during the trial of Santos Felipe Reyes-Valle, 40, who is charged with 1st-degree murder and 2nd-degree murder for fatally stabbing Jose Pedro Hernandez — who died after the incident at a Home Depot parking lot off McCain Drive on May 17th, 2023. WFMD
- ➤ A Frederick man accused of fatally stabbing another in a Home Depot parking lot in May 2023 is on trial again today—his first trial ended in a mistrial. Frederick News-Post
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Floor plans for a future Frederick Youth Center were shared with a city council committee, marking the start of the planning and preliminary design phase. City officials will review the details—further design adjustments are expected as the project moves forward. Frederick News-Post
- ➤ Citizens testified Tuesday against an overlay bill that would limit where data centers can be built and preserve five acres of farmland for every one acre allocated—critics say the plan will lower home values and hurt the rural feel of communities. Council President Brad Young said a formal hearing on the bill will be held on July 15th at 7:00 p.m. WFMD
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1st Annual Golf Tournament at Glade Valley
7 AM - 3 PM — Glade Valley Golf Club — Contact for fees — Swing into a day of golf while supporting local wildlife conservation efforts.
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2025 Lavender Festival
9 a.m. – 4 p.m. — Springfield Manor Winery Distillery Brewery — Ticket required — Experience the beauty of lavender fields with live music, vendors, and artisan spirits.
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The Bright Lights of Broadway with Frederick Symphony Orchestra
3:00 – 4:30 PM — Weinberg Center for the Arts — $30, $25 — Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of iconic Broadway musicals performed live by the Frederick Symphony Orchestra.
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Medicaid Information Session
11:30 a.m. — Frederick Rescue Mission — Free entry — Chat with representatives about Medicaid eligibility and member benefits.
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Frederick Women's Social Friday Gathering
4-6 p.m. — RAK Brewing Co — Free entry — Enjoy an evening filled with board games, drinks, and great conversation at a new location.
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Williamsport Crosscutters vs. Frederick Keys
2:00 – 10:59 p.m. — Nymeo Field At Harry Grove Stadium — VIP ticket options available — Experience the excitement of minor league baseball with exclusive amenities.
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Beeswax Salves & Balms Workshop
12:00–2:00 p.m. — The Common Market — Cost NA — Learn to craft all-natural beeswax salves using organic herbs and essential oils.
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Art Show: Poorly Drawn Pets
4-7:30 p.m. — Sandbox Brewhouse — Name your own donation — Experience a quirky art showcase featuring wacky pet portraits and enjoy drink specials.
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Frederick's 4th Independence Day Celebration
12-9 p.m. — Baker Park Bandshell — $5 cover, $7+ for drinks — Experience a day filled with live entertainment, children's activities, and stunning fireworks at dusk.
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FSRC Independence 5000
8:30 a.m. — Riverside Park — Free for FSRC Members — Celebrate Independence Day with a low-key 5k race at Riverside Park.
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