Daily
Frederick
Wednesday, September 17th, 2025
Good morning, Frederick. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 17th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Kenneth Spaulding, a Maryland man, died Saturday, Sept. 13—leaving behind his young son, mother, siblings and many friends. Family and longtime friends have launched a fundraiser—supporting funeral and memorial expenses amid deep community grief. Daily Voice
- ➤ On Tuesday, Kai Wright got her horse Willy ready in his stall at The Great Frederick Fair and explained the close bond between them—she said their connection shows the fair's unique spirit. Frederick News-Post
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ A Frederick author published a prize-winning speculative fiction book that won an award and will soon be available in local stores — judges praised its creative storytelling. Frederick News-Post
- ➤ Musician Tyler Reese Tritt will perform with her father Travis Tritt at the Great Frederick Fair—local fans can look forward to a special country show. Frederick News-Post
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Gov. Wes Moore joined local officials and students from Frederick County Public Schools yesterday to break ground on a new elementary school—using a blue-handled shovel amid windy conditions. Frederick News-Post
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The City of Frederick has launched surveys asking residents to share their ideas on the design of the Westside Regional Park Community Center—feedback will guide the center's future plans. City of Frederick
- ➤ CSX will close the railroad crossing on Doubs Roud — west of Pleasant View Road near Adamstown — on September 29 for about three days to install new asphalt for an upgrade; detour signs will be placed along New Design Road, Mountville Road, Ballenger Creek Pike and Pleasant View Road. Frederick County
- ➤ On September 16, mayor Michael O’Connor secured renomination with just over 56 percent of the vote by defeating challenger Ron Beattie. The city council contests produced wins for newcomer Libby Taylor and incumbent Derrick Shackelford — tight races in Districts Three, Four, and Five set up a competitive general election in November with early voting starting in late October. WFMD
- ➤ United Way of Frederick County hosted a meeting on Tuesday that brought together county leaders and community partners to discuss how partnerships could improve transportation access—policy makers said these talks may lead to plans for new local projects in the coming months. Frederick News-Post
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Alive @ Five with Edwin Ortiz y La Mafia Del Guaguanco
4:30-5 p.m. — Carroll Creek Outdoor Amphitheater — $6 entry — Enjoy a salsa dance lesson followed by live music and happy hour vibes.
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D60 Band Live in Concert
8-11 p.m. — Rockwell Brewery — $5 cover — Get ready for an epic night of high-energy rock and nostalgic hits from the 90's and 2000's.
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Clutch Concert
7:30-9 p.m. — Frederick Fairgrounds — Ticket prices vary — Experience a night of powerful instrumental music with Joe Lally and the Messthetics.
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AWLFC Paws and Claws 5K and 1 Mile Walk
7-10 a.m. — Baker Park — Registration required by September 1, 2025 — Bring your dog for a scenic run through historic Frederick.
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The True and Lucky Life of a Turtle Book Celebration
5-7 p.m. — Curious Iguana — Free entry — Celebrate the heartwarming tale of a turtle's journey with bestselling author Sy Montgomery and illustrator Matt Patterson.
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Cocktails & Carousels
The Frederick Arts Council is holding a unique fall fundraiser called Cocktails and Carousels on Sept. 24, 5:30-8:30, wherein carousel figures donated by the Frederick Keys and redesigned by talented area artists will be auctioned off. For tickets and more information visit www.frederickartscouncil.org
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HOOD TALKS - AI and the Future of Health Care
Join us for our next HOOD TALKS - AI and the Future of Healthcare, a live virtual event led by Dr. Tim Coffin, our program director of Health Informatics. The event will take place on Sept. 25th at noon via Zoom!
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Washington Writers' Publishing House Literary Evening
7-9 p.m. — Frederick Book Arts Center — Paid venue parking — Enjoy an evening featuring the Washington Writers' Publishing House and literary arts.
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Book Signing at Barnes & Noble
Noon — Barnes & Noble at Francis Scott Key Mall — Free entry — Meet the author and get your book signed during this exciting stop on the Happyland Tour.
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2025 Key City Foundation Oktoberfest 5K Fun Run
9 a.m.–12 p.m. — Baker Park — Registration details pending — Enjoy a festive 5K run in celebration of Oktoberfest with friends and family.
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