Author: Michael Kuster

Mike is the publisher and editor of GladeValley.net. After growing up on a farm in Frederick County, Mike moved to Walkersville with his wife to start their family. Since moving to Walkersville, Mike and Emily's three children were born and attend local public schools. Mike also owns Digital Age Solution, an I.T. firm offering Managed Services, Computer Repairs & Sales, Voice Over IP Telephone Service, Networking, and Software Engineering. Mike actively participates in the community in various roles including: Walkersville Planning & Zoning Commission Member, Kaleidoscope 4-H Club Leader, Friends of Walkervsille Library, Vice-President, Frederick County 4-H Camp & Activities Center, Inc. Board Member, Federated Charities, and more.

Community

New App for The Great Frederick Fair

September 11, 2017September 10, 2017 Michael Kuster

The Great Frederick Fair is relaunching a new and improved app with the help of a new partnership with a local Frederick company, MeetingPlay. This free app features both fair and year-round events and activities taking place at the 797 East Patrick Street location. The app can be downloaded at the App Store or Google Play Store for iPhone and Android users, and features the fair’s schedule of events, an interactive map, frequently asked questions, vendor listings and locations, sponsors, and social media newsfeed sources. Some new additions for 2017…

Community

Savings on Rides/Gate Promotions at The Great Frederick Fair

September 10, 2017September 10, 2017 Michael Kuster

For “Fair Savings”, shop early and plan ahead. Save on gate admission and carnival advanced sales for the 155th Great Frederick Fair, September 15-23, located at 797 East Patrick Street in downtown Frederick. $30 RETAIL MEGA TICKET — Good for both ONE admission and ONE wristband to ride ALL day on any ONE day that you choose during carnival ride operation hours. (Does not have time restrictions such as the POP-Pay One Price). Sale ends September 16, 2017 at participating Walgreens. This pass DOES NOT include parking. No Refunds. The…

Education Glade Valley

First Day of School

September 4, 2017 Michael Kuster

Tuesday is the first day of school in Frederick County. Please be aware of the school children walking, boarding buses, and driving.

Crime Glade Valley

Roosters on the Loose

August 28, 2017 Michael Kuster

A gang of thieving and harassing males continues to terrorize Old Town Walkerville. They steal vegetables, harass local females, and disturb the peace at all hours with their crowing about town. The gang of roosters has been an issue for weeks now. Frederick County Animal Control responded a few weeks ago, but could only catch a few of the mischievous cocks. They told townspeople today that they would only come if someone caught the animals. They have a particular fondness for one resident’s tomatoes. Handily, a chicken coup of hens…

Crime Glade Valley

Needles and Syringes Found at Playground

August 28, 2017 Michael Kuster

Used needles and syringes were found in the Walkersville Methodist Church playground and pavilion area. The church, located on Main Street in Walkersville, is home to a popular pre-school that also uses the playground. The parking lot adjacent to the playground and pavilion is a popular cut through for people walking from Colony Village to Old Town Walkersville. Similar needles and syringes have been found at the nearby tot lot in Colony Village. Anyone with information about this incident is asked to call the Walkersville Resident State Troopers at 301-898-0200.