Daily
Frederick
Friday, July 25th, 2025
Good morning, Frederick. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 25th of July.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Frederick police arrested Eugene Rilla Facon after he allegedly robbed two people at gunpoint on Tuesday—one incident on W Seventh Street around 1 p.m. and a second on Wormans Mill Road before his car was found at a Walmart parking lot on Monocacy Boulevard. DC News Now
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Frederick County's school system has launched the annual Stuff the Bus campaign to collect school supplies for students for the upcoming academic year—citizens can drop off items at locations such as the School System headquarters and United Way sites until August 4th. WFMD
- ➤ Hood College announced that it will start a new sports entertainment and marketing minor this fall (2025-26) to meet growing interest in the field. Frederick News-Post
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Today at Frederick High School Auditorium, the Division of Fire and Rescue Services will honor 42 new recruits who completed a 28-week training program with over 1,000 hours of coursework covering emergency procedures, vehicle operations, firefighter safety and technical rescues. Many rookie firefighters will begin their station assignments the next day — and the ceremony will be recorded for future viewing. Frederick County
- ➤ On Thursday, Frederick City Council questioned elements of the planning process and traffic measures during a workshop on a proposed rezoning for a cricket stadium. Frederick News-Post
- ➤ Pastor Daniel Fuentes Espinal, who has lived here for 24 years and leads a local congregation, was detained by ICE while shopping at Lowe's in Easton and is now held in a Baltimore detention center where he sleeps on a concrete floor with no bed — his family says this treatment is unacceptable. Community members expressed alarm over the detention — noting that a fundraiser quickly raised over $8,000 to help his family cope with the situation. Daily Voice
- ➤ On Wednesday, the Frederick County Planning Commission began reviewing a map that could dictate where future data centers are built in the county—this review will help shape upcoming planning decisions. Frederick News-Post
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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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Minecraft Modding Adventure Camp
9 AM – 4 PM — iCode Urbana — Cost unavailable — Campers will unleash their creativity by learning to create Minecraft mods.
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Marjan Kamali Book Signing and Discussion
6:30-7:45 p.m. — Frederick Book Arts Center — Free entry — Join bestselling author Marjan Kamali as she discusses her novel and signs copies.
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Frederick Arts Council Sky Stage Concert
11 PM – 2 AM — FAC's Sky Stage — $10 (under age 12 free) — Enjoy slouch and riff rock from Good Time Jordie and Dumb Valley, plus electro-funk jams by DJ Daryltron.
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CRANKNIC 4
11 a.m. - 8:30 p.m. — Amvets Post #2 "The Farm" — No refund policy — Experience a lively outdoor music event featuring several talented acts.
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Virtual Graduate Admission Cafe
Go further with a graduate degree from Hood College! Join our virtual event on August 7th at 12pm or 5:30pm to explore programs, meet faculty and students, and learn about admission and funding opportunities.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
A society grows great when old men plant trees whose shade they know they shall never sit in.
~ Greek Proverb
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