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Talking History … with John Fieseler
In less than three decades, tourism has evolved into one of Frederick County’s largest industries. John Fieseler, who recently …
Amens to Heart Emojis
Once the pandemic began, the Sabbath wasn’t the same for Rosalind Nasher. “I have no family close by,” says …
Shipping Container
This box might look like a typical wooden case for holding jewelry or maybe a humidor for fine cigars, …
Hometown Girl
In September of 1952, a high school dropout who began singing professionally to support her family back home in …
Miller’s Crossings
The 20th of this month marks the 203rd birthday of Joseph G. Miller, Frederick County’s “Grand Old Man.” Born …
Art Above
She picked up threads of history and used a brush to weave them into her life’s work—a tapestry of …
Best of Frederick 2021 Winners
In the nearly three decades we have published the annual “Best of Frederick” list, outside influences have certainly had …
We the People
Frederick County has always been a crossroads. Its allure to modern-day visitors and residents is not much different than …
Manor of Business
In 1888, 25-year-old Harry Peyton Gorsuch became the secretary and assistant manager of the Catoctin Mountain Iron Company. In …
Skid Row
In the 1880s, several social clubs for men formed in Frederick County, including the Skids Club. The group was …
Talking History … with Michael O’Connor
At the close of what has been one of the world’s more challenging years, Frederick Mayor Michael O’Connor takes …
Retro Reflections
The potent grip of nostalgia probably takes its firmest hold during the holiday season, when we naturally recall past …
Talking History … with Betsy Day
Since its founding in 1986, financial support lent by the Community Foundation of Frederick County has touched the lives …
The Legend of Barbara Fritchie
For more than 150 years, the legend of Barbara Fritchie has served as a popular tourism attraction for Frederick. …
Wreaths Pay Tribute to Nation’s Veterans
The owner of Worcester Wreath Company in Maine, Morrill Worcester, always had a soft spot for military veterans. That …
Over Here
The infantryman appears wide-eyed and alert, staring toward the horizon, mouth agape, as if he’s ready to call out …
