Good morning, Frederick.

The Community Foundation of Frederick County received accreditation from the Community Foundations National Standards Board and secured excellence in philanthropy for three more years—showing its continued commitment to best practices.

Raising Cane's submitted preliminary plans to Frederick County to build a restaurant near FSK Mall.

The company said its plans are not yet official.

Local high school seniors were named semifinalists in the 71st annual National Merit Scholarship Program—an honor that highlights their academic achievements and potential for advancing in the process.

They will soon move to the next stage that may offer full scholarship awards.

Monocacy Elementary teacher ALonna Soward-Puryear was named Maryland Teacher of the Year for 2026 on Friday by Frederick County Public Schools.

The award honors her strong work in the classroom.

Frederick County Public Schools students from the Tallyn Ridge neighborhood urged the school board to reconsider a proposed middle school redistricting plan—since a new elementary school is planned near Bartonsville.

On Tuesday, Frederick County Council President Brad Young proposed an ordinance to ban the sale of invasive bamboo in the county, and council members discussed the measure — no vote has been scheduled yet.

Officials will decide on the next steps in the coming meetings.

The Ranch, a Frederick County nonprofit residential recovery center for men, marked five years of expansion under executive director Jason Barth—improving services for those overcoming substance use disorders.

The center plans to further expand its programs in the coming months.

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.

Construction Career Day

6 a.m. — Frederick Keys — Free entry — Explore construction, engineering, and architecture careers with hands-on activities and industry professionals.

Key City Thrift Expo

12-5 p.m. — Frederick Fairgrounds — $10 general admission, VIP options available — Explore a treasure trove of vintage finds, art, and music from 75+ unique vendors.

Plant Tour at Equipment Development Co.

9 a.m. – 12 p.m. — EDCO - Equipment Development Co, Inc. — Free entry — Explore the innovative facilities of a family-owned industry leader since 1959.

An Evening with Priscilla Presley

7:30-9 p.m. — Weinberg Center for the Arts — Tickets available — Experience heartfelt memories and never-before-seen footage from Priscilla's life with Elvis Presley.

HOOD Talks Lecture Series: Mindful and Intuitive Eating

Learn how to eat with more awareness, reduce emotional eating, and enjoy food without guilt from licensed nutritionists. Hosted by the The Graduate School at Hood College.

Vitaly: An Evening of Wonders

8:00-9:30 p.m. — Weinberg Center for the Arts — Ticket prices vary — Experience mind-bending illusions that challenge perception and bring imagination to life.