MDE says it’s due to continued dry conditions & below average rainfall. Baltimore, Md (KM) The drought watch has been now upgraded to a drought warning across the state. That announcement was made on Thursday by the Maryland Department of the Environment. “There’s no immediate water shortage that we’re facing right now,”: says Lee Curry,…
The state will provide a loan, but the county must pitch in as well. Frederick, Md (KM) A resolution covering the financing of JLG Industries’ expansion into Frederick is before the County Council. The measure calls for the state to provide a $500,000 conditional loan from the Maryland Economic Development Assistance Authority Fund to pay…
It’s part of Donate Life Month. Frederick, Md (KM) April is National Donate Life Month, and the event will be honored with a flag raising ceremony at Frederick Health Hospital. It’s scheduled for Thursday, April 10th beginning at 11:00 AM In addition to Frederick Health Hospital staff, Infinite Legacy will be on hand. It works…
It will be held on Wednesday, April 16th. Map of US 40 bridge rehabilitation project over Conococheague Creek. (Map from Md. SHA) Clear Spring, Md (KM) An open house on a bridge rehabilitation project in Washington County has been scheduled for Wednesday, April 16th. The Maryland State Highway Administration says it will take place at…
It will be held on Sunday, April 6th. Frederick County State’s Attorney Charlie Smith Frederick, Md (KM) Frederick County State’s Attorney Charlie Smith will be hosting the 35th Maryland Statewide Memorial Service for the victims of crime and their families. It will take place from 1:00 PM until 3:00 PM…
He allegedly pointed a gun at another motorist along I-270. Gun confiscated following a road rage incident on March 31st, 2025 on I-270. (Photo from the Maryland State Police) Rockville, Md (KM) A 17-year-old Frederick boy is charged in connection with a road rage incident in Montgomery County on Monday. State Police say at around…
Police say the victim had extensive bruises. Frederick, Md (KM) Frederick Police have charged a Silver Spring man with 1st-degree assault, 2nd-degree assault, reckless endangerment, possession with intent to distribute drugs and possession of drugs (not cannabis).. Tevis Denver Findlater, 27, was taken into custody following a domestic incident. On Monday, officers were dispatched to…
Authorities will reevaluate conditions on Friday, April 4th. Washington County, MD – The Washington County Board of County Commissioners announces that the countywide burn ban remains in effect. Officials will continue to monitor weather conditions and reevaluate the ban on Friday, April 4, 2025, to determine if it should be lifted or extended further. Continued dry conditions…
New traffic controls will feature additional stop signs on Corporate Drive. Frederick, MD – The Frederick County Division of Public Works, Traffic and Permit Section, announced today that changes to traffic control at the east intersection of Corporate Drive, Bentley Way, and Brandford Lane are planned for April 15, 2025. Currently, Bentley Way and Brandford…
Gary Morton will challenge incumbent Chuck Jenkins in the GOP Primary. Gary Morton, candidate for Frederick County Sheriff Frederick, Md (KM) There’s another candidate running for Frederick County Sheriff in 2026. Gary Morton has officially filed to run next year. He will be campaigning as a Republican. So far, he and incumbent Sheriff Chuck Jenkins…