Daily
Frederick
Friday, August 15th, 2025
Good morning, Frederick. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 15th of August.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Frederick woman, 52, was arrested on August 14 at 7:30 p.m. on charges of sexual abuse of a minor—possession of child pornography and filming a sex act—after detectives served a search warrant at her home in the 6900 block of Trout Lane. WFMD
- ➤ Frederick police arrested two juveniles after they were seen breaking into a business on South McCain Drive early Thursday morning — the suspects fled at first but returned later when officers set up a surveillance operation. WFMD
- ➤ Moo Moo Cows has reopened today after vandals broke its windows and smashed its display cases twice last week, and the shop is open from 1 p.m. to 9 p.m. Wed. through Sun. (Investigators are asking anyone with tips to call Metro Crime Stoppers.) Daily Voice
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Nearly half of parents expect to pay more for school lunches this year as the average cost rises to about $6.15—a climb linked to a 2.4% rise in grocery prices since last year, especially on apples, jelly, and milk. Many parents are switching to store brands and cheaper items while over half plan to use school-provided lunches that cost about $3—a change aimed at easing higher food expenses. Daily Voice
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Manor Woods Road will be closed between Ballenger Creek Pike and New Design Road on or about August 18 for about six months to build a roundabout 0.8 miles west of New Design Road — detour signs will be placed along Ballenger Creek Pike, English Muffin Way, and New Design Road — and utility lines will be relocated as part of the project. Frederick County
- ➤ Frederick City Council candidate Libby Taylor said housing and childcare will drive careful growth planning as the Frederick primary approaches—she stated that development must have clear priorities and not occur just for growth's sake. Frederick News-Post
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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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Free Lunch Event
10:30 AM – 2:30 PM — Frederick Rescue Mission — Free meal — Connect with Maryland Physicians Care and learn about Medicaid benefits while enjoying a free lunch.
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Magic Show: Mystery & Mayhem
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Frederick Magic Theater & Lounge — Check event page for details — Enjoy an evening filled with mesmerizing magic and delightful pre-show experiences.
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Special Biomedical Science Lectures - Hood College Graduate School
Join us for two special lectures on both bioforensic analysis and biodefense analysis from two expert speakers in the industry.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
You will never be able to escape from your heart. So it's better to listen to what it has to say.
~ Paulo Coelho
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