Daily
Frederick
Friday, August 8th, 2025
Good morning, Frederick. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 8th of August.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Friendly's, under parent company DFA Dairy Brands, recalled 324 cartons of Cookies and Cream ice cream due to a labeling error—Vanilla Bean containers were used without listing wheat and soy allergens, which could risk consumers with allergies. The recalled product was sold in Maryland, Virginia, and Pennsylvania, and shoppers are urged to return it to the store for a full refund as no allergic reactions have been reported. Daily Voice
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Mount Airy man, Mark Brigham, 35, was arrested Wednesday, Aug. 6 after detectives raided his home on Woodville Road, seizing firearms & child pornography as part of an ongoing investigation into charges including sexual abuse of a minor and child rape, with further charges expected. Daily Voice
- ➤ Frederick County authorities arrested 27-year-old Travis Peters from Thurmont on Wednesday—he faces charges of sexual solicitation of a minor, distribution of obscene material to a minor, and solicitation of child pornography after a cybertip led to the investigation. WFMD
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Quantum Frederick data center campus has been chosen as one of six projects for Maryland’s pilot program aimed at speeding up its permit review process—an effort announced by Gov. Wes Moore’s office. Frederick News-Post
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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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Lisa Gardner: Kiss Her Goodbye Book Discussion
2-3:30 p.m. — Frederick Book Arts Center — Ticketed event — Dive into Lisa Gardner's latest thriller 'Kiss Her Goodbye' with a live discussion and book signing.
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Free Laundry Day
10 A.M. - 2 P.M. — Spot Laundromat — Free laundry services — Chat with Medicaid representatives while you get your laundry done.
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Brunswick Community Festival
4:30-9 p.m. — Burkittsville Ruritan Club — Cost varies — Enjoy family fun with a petting zoo, games, and live music along with local food and auctions.
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Frederick City Amateur Golf Championship
Two days — Clustered Spires Golf Club — Entry fee required — Compete in a 36 hole stroke play tournament flighted by handicap for amateur golfers.
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Alive @ Five Festival Featuring Wild Planes
5-11 p.m. — Carroll Creek Outdoor Amphitheater — Free entry — Enjoy a lively performance by the New York rock band Wild Planes at this festive outdoor concert.
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