Good morning, Frederick.

For a month, a field of black-eyed Susans, Maryland’s official flower, grew at Lusmerlin Lantigua’s Frederick home — drawing local interest in the unique display.

Maryland officials closed additional areas at Cunningham Falls State Park after a 19-year-old fisherman was bitten by a beaver on Aug.

5 at South Beach Day Use Area—officials are testing the animal for rabies and expanded closures now cover Hunting Creek Lake to keep visitors safe.

State wildlife officials closed the Houck Day Use Area, boat ramp and parts of Big Hunting Creek at Cunningham Falls after a 19-year-old fisherman was bitten on Wednesday morning near Hunting Creek Lake; officials captured the beaver + will test it for rabies while increasing monitoring.

Playa Bowls will open two new locations in Frederick County within the next year + expanding its presence to serve local communities.

Julian and Bridget Wilson launched The Elk's Haven tap room and restaurant in downtown Frederick today.

The former brewery space will serve wine + beer lovers with options for both connoisseurs and newcomers.

Comedy Night - Key City Improv

8:30-11:30 p.m. — Maryland Ensemble Theatre — Tickets start at $52 — Experience a night of laughter with Key City Improv at one of Frederick's beloved local venues.