Wednesday, November 5th, 2025
Good morning, Frederick. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 5th of November.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Gov. Wes Moore announced that Bakery de France is expanding its Frederick site at 8400 Bakery Way by building a 176,000-square-foot facility — a project that will create 125 full-time jobs by 2028 — in partnership with Belgium-based La Lorraine Bakery Group. The expansion also received a $700,000 conditional loan along with local support from Frederick County and the City. Daily Voice
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Maryland Public Television’s Emmy Award-winning Outdoors Maryland returns for its 37th season on Tuesday, Nov. 11, showcasing local outdoor adventures. The season will feature episodes on stargazing at local sites and on a high school race involving a pedal-powered submarine — produced in cooperation with the Maryland Department of Natural Resources. Daily Voice
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ A 1995 Middletown High graduate and former special education teacher from West Virginia is running for the Frederick County school board+ he aims to secure increased special education funding in the district. Frederick News-Post
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Maryland Farm Bureau urged the Public Service Commission to dismiss Public Service Enterprise Group’s application to build the Maryland Piedmont Reliability Project because a 67-mile (500 kilovolt) power line cannot be finished by June in 2027. Local governments and groups from Baltimore, Carroll, and Frederick counties also oppose the project to protect agri-tourism and save resources, and PSEG will respond by November 14th (per schedules). WFMD
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ On October 25, 184 Frederick County residents dropped off over 330 pounds of unwanted medications and more than 9,000 needles at two designated sites (organized by the Health Department) during a drug take back day. Officials thanked law enforcement (Frederick Police Department, Maryland State Police and the DEA) for their support in keeping the community safe. WFMD
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Jake Paul blasted Maryland native Gervonta Davis on Twitter, calling him 'an actual walking human piece of garbage' after the Netflix fight scheduled for Nov. 14 in Miami was canceled amid legal claims against Davis—his team still plans a primetime Netflix event in 2025 with details pending. Daily Voice
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Tuba Skinny Concert
7:30-9 p.m. — Weinberg Center for the Arts — Check website for ticket info — Experience the joyous revival of New Orleans jazz with Tuba Skinny's soulful performance.
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Movie Knight in November
7-9:30 p.m. — 7th Sister — Free entry — Experience an engaging showcase of short films from local filmmakers with interactive discussions afterward.
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Virtual Graduate Admission Cafe
Discover how The Graduate School at Hood College can help you "go further," both personally and professionally. Join us virtually for the opportunity to learn about academic offerings and speak directly with program faculty, engage with Graduate School staff regarding admission and funding opportunities, and ask questions of current graduate students about their Hood College experience. Join virtually at either 12 PM or 5:30 PM ET on Zoom: https://zoom.us/j/909527664?pwd=TGNOODJQVHd0d2orUUdMeVdPOGpqZz09 (Meeting ID: 909 527 664 | Passcode: 626412)
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Hood Talks | Mental Health and Addiction
Join us for a free virtual Hood Talk webinar on Mental Health and Addiction. Learn how trauma, anxiety and depression can fuel substance use and how mental health therapy, medication and education can support sobriety by empowering individuals to build meaningful lives. Register at: hood.edu/hoodtalks
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Goldfish Frederick Grand Opening Party
2-4 p.m. — Goldfish Swim School - Frederick — Free entry — Celebrate with a pool party, games, and family activities at the grand opening.
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Frederick Maryland Comic Con
9:30 a.m.-4 p.m. — Clarion Inn Frederick Event Center — $10 admission — Explore an array of comic books, collectibles, and enjoy cosplay at this local convention.
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A Motown Christmas Concert
2-3:30 p.m. — Weinberg Center for the Arts — All ages welcome — Celebrate the season with a high-energy holiday concert featuring iconic Motown hits and festive classics.
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Drinksgiving with Nicholas Paré and The JAGS
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Rockwell Brewery — Ticketed event — Enjoy a Thanksgiving weekend kickoff with electrifying rock music by Nicholas Paré and The JAGS.
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Sheppard Pratt Turkey Trot
8-11 AM — Baker Park — $50 entry fee — Celebrate Thanksgiving with a fun run supporting local mental health services.
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Frosty Friday Celebration
8 AM – 1 AM — The Museum of Frederick County History at Heritage Frederick — Check out festive activities, including photos with Santa and cocktail tastings.
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