Good morning, Frederick.

Savannah Fitzpatrick returned from the ring Thursday morning and hung the champion banner on the gate in the swine barn at The Great Frederick Fair—showing how the animals took center stage at the Swine Market Show.

Frederick County’s Division of Housing will host two open house meetings on Wednesday, September 24 and Thursday, September 25 at the Bernard Brown Community Center and Brunswick City Park Building to gather feedback on its Housing Study and Strategic Plan.

Both meetings run from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. and feature interactive stations and housing officials from TPMA — light refreshments will be provided.

Thurmont’s Board of Commissioners voted Tuesday to reserve all funds from mass tort settlements for PFAS treatment — a move designed to remediate forever chemicals in the area.

Frederick County Council Member Jerry Donald is running for state delegate in 2026 to bring more tax dollars back to legislative District 4—he said his campaign will target greater funding for local priorities.

On Thursday, September 18, Adamstown community members met at Carroll Manor Elementary School — voicing sharp criticism of public officials over issues tied to the planned data center.

They said the meeting reflected deep concern about the project's local impact.

Frederick’s Planning Commission today recommends changes to the city's mixed-use development guidelines.

The proposed changes — which will shape future construction projects — aim to update planning rules for new developments.

Frederick County and the EmPOWER program will host a Hispanic Heritage Month celebration on September 25 from 5:30 to 7:00 p.m. at Master Chef Restaurant at 1315 West Patrick Street in Frederick.

County Executive Jessica Fitzwater will deliver a proclamation + the event will show videos honoring local businesses and offer networking on entrepreneurship, with RSVPs required.

On Wednesday more than a dozen people attended an open house in Sabillasville — led by the U.S. Navy and local and state health officials to discuss testing private wells for PFAS.

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.

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.

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.

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

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

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!

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.

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.

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.

Harvest Moon Tea Ceremony & Custom Tea Crafting

11:00 AM – 1:30 PM — The Simple Life - Metaphysical Marketplace — $ — Celebrate the Harvest Moon with a tea ceremony and create a custom blend infused with your intentions.

Autumn Reggae Wine & Music Festival

10 a.m.–6 p.m. — Linganore Winecellars — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy live reggae tunes and sample over 20 different wines from local vendors.