Daily
Frederick
Wednesday, July 16th, 2025
Good morning, Frederick. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 16th of July.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Frederick County Chamber of Commerce reached 1,000 members two weeks ago as it rebounded from a loss of 360 members during COVID + the group now supports local businesses through a strong network and advocacy efforts. President and CEO Rick Weldon said the milestone shows a renewed commitment to keeping Frederick's entrepreneurs connected and heard. WFMD
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Three Washington, D.C. men will serve multiple years in prison for their roles in a botched home invasion in Adamstown & one of them was wounded during the incident. Frederick News-Post
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Frederick Shakespeare Festival enters its seventh season—organizers report a growing audience and fresh plays. Officials say the event will offer both classic and modern productions to reach local theater fans. Frederick News-Post
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Frederick County Police Department welcomed 23 new recruits (from Frederick Police Department, Frederick County Sheriff’s Office, Brunswick, Rockville and Gaithersburg) to begin training. The 69th Academy Class will train for several months as they prepare to join the force. DC News Now
- ➤ Ryan Trout, a candidate for Frederick City Council District 5, said he has a record of pushing for policies to boost housing affordability — he aims to use his experience for city leadership if elected. Frederick News-Post
- ➤ Frederick County Council heard testimony Tuesday night at Winchester Hall on a bill to set up an overlay zone for data centers—limiting it to industrial areas and no more than one percent of county land. Residents and local business supporters raised concerns about neighborhood impacts, resource use, and job opportunities while the process moves to the Planning Commission for more public input. WFMD
- ➤ Maryland has boosted Frederick County's plan to improve transit options around Francis Scott Key Mall by offering incentives to make the area more walkable, bikeable, and transit-friendly—measures that the county says will enhance local transportation and development. Frederick News-Post
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Orases 25th Anniversary Celebration
4-5:30 p.m. — Orases — Free entry — Celebrate 25 years of impactful partnerships and enjoy delicious treats and a ribbon cutting ceremony.
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Run for the Pie 10K
8:00–10:00 a.m. — The Birthday Barn — Free for FSRC Members — Participate in a unique race where you bring a pie to share with fellow runners.
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Frederick Maryland Comic Con
9:30 a.m.-6 p.m. — Clarion Inn Frederick Event Center — $10 admission — Explore a vast array of comic books, collectibles, and enjoy cosplay at this local comic con.
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Wind is Energy Workshop
2-3 p.m. — C. Burr Artz Public Library — Free entry — Explore the science of wind through storytelling and create your own pinwheel.
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More than Modern — Revolution Modern Dance
11:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. — The Center. Sound. Mind. Body. — $15 — Dive into self-expression through modern dance in a supportive environment.
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Young Rembrandts Art History with the Masters Pastel Drawing
12:30-3:30 p.m. — Ballenger Creek Park — Fee applicable — Engage in five days of creative pastel drawing while exploring notable art history.
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Frederick Keys vs. Williamsport Crosscutters
3:00-10:59 p.m. — Nymeo Field At Harry Grove Stadium — Check event site for ticket prices — Experience the excitement of the Frederick Keys battling the Williamsport Crosscutters live.
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The Garage Presents at Sky Stage: New Clarity, Mancala, and Odelia
7-10 p.m. — Frederick Arts Council: Sky Stage — $10, under 12 free — Experience three emerging bands live under the stars in a unique local takeover.
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Kid’s Wilderness & Foraging Adventure
9 AM – 3 PM — Fox Haven Farm and Learning Center — $350 for the week — Kids embark on a wild journey to learn outdoor skills and forge a deep connection with nature.
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Creative Modern Dance Class
11:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. — The Center. Sound. Mind. Body. — $ — Explore self-expression through Modern Dance in a welcoming environment.
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When you make peace with uncertainty, you find peace.
~ Naval Ravikant
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