Daily
Frederick
Friday, October 3rd, 2025
Good morning, Frederick. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 3rd of October.
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Residents have another chance to review and comment on a plan to build a five-megawatt solar facility outside Woodsboro—officials hope this input will guide future steps for the project. Frederick News-Post
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ City officials announced that the filming of 'Boomtown: The Story of Downtown Frederick, Part Two' will take place tomorrow from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at 203 North Market Street — the event may lead to parking restrictions and traffic delays on nearby streets. WFMD
- ➤ Frederick County launched an online resource hub on its government website to help residents and businesses find food, healthcare and financial assistance during the federal shutdown—County Executive Jessica Fitzwater said the list will be updated regularly with new details. WFMD
- ➤ The Maryland Public Service Commission will hold a public hearing Tuesday, October 14 to review the proposed five-megawatt solar facility by Clyde Young Road Solar at the Rocky Ridge Volunteer Fire Company on Motters Station Road in Woodsboro—citizens may submit written comments until November 7 and hear presentations from the applicant and other parties. This second hearing of the year follows the initial meeting held in June. WFMD
- ➤ Frederick is using over 400K dollars raised from rental licenses — funds that will support rental assistance and home repairs for local residents. Frederick News-Post
- ➤ Frederick County Solid Waste officials will hold a fall Household Hazardous Waste Drop Off event at Keys Stadium on Saturday, October 11th from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.—residents must bring county ID and dispose of items like batteries and pesticides—officials will manage traffic to keep lines moving. WFMD
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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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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.
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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.
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Construction Career Day
6 a.m. — Frederick Keys — Free entry — Explore construction, engineering, and architecture careers with hands-on activities and industry professionals.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Frederick FiberFest 2025
9 AM – 4 PM — Frederick Fairgrounds — Tickets required — Celebrate all things fiber with 130+ vendors, great food, and family-friendly activities.
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