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.

Glade Valley Obituaries

Paul Devilbiss

July 28, 2016July 27, 2016 Michael Kusterfeatured, Paul Devilbiss

Mr. Paul I. Devilbiss, 84, of Walkersville, MD passed away Monday, July 25, 2016 at the Glade Valley Nursing Home. He was the beloved husband of Flora Devilbiss for 18 years. Born November 22, 1931 in New Midway, MD he was the son of the late George and Hilda Mertz Devilbiss. Paul proudly served his country in the U.S. Air Force. He owned and operated his own appliance store prior to his retirement. Paul was a mason and was also a member of the Walkersville Fire Hall and the American…

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Sheetz Expansion Approved

July 27, 2016 Michael Kusterexpansion, featured, Planning Commission, Sheetz, Walkersville

The Walkersville Planning Commission granted approval to Sheetz’ site plan and site improvement plan last night. The approval came after the planning commission approve the formation of one lot from two owned by Nancy Sheetz, whose husband Steve Sheetz serves as Sheetz Family Council Chairman for the Altoona-based, family-owned convenience-store chain. Work was already underway to Tuesday to meet requirements for approval. An abandoned sewer line that once served a home on the former “Lot 2R” had to be removed before Frederick County and the Town of Walkersville approved any of the requests.…

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Sustainable Walkersville “Green Team”

July 20, 2016July 20, 2016 Michael Kusterfeatured, Green Team, Sustaniable Maryland, Walkersville

The Burgess and Commissioners of Walkersville invite residents to submit letters of interest from individuals desiring to become members of the Town of Walkersville newly forming “Green Team”. The Green Team’s goal is to develop policies and plans, implement programs, and assist with educational opportunities that support the creation of a sustainable community. The initial task of the Green Team is to file for certification as a sustained community from “Sustainable Maryland” the continuing role, to lead and coordinate the sustainability activities of the community. Since 2011, Sustainable Maryland has…

Education Glade Valley

Woodsboro / New Midway School Supplies

July 20, 2016 Michael KusterElementary School, featured, New Midway, school supplies, Woodsboro

The Woodsboro / New Midway Elementary Schools have released a school supply list for parents as they prepare to send their children back to school in just over one month! Get the list here!

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From the FNP: Stabbing in Discovery

July 12, 2016 Michael KusterDiscovery, featured, stabbing

Detectives with the Frederick County Sheriff’s Office were investigating an early morning stabbing in Discovery that left a man in a hospital Monday. The call came in just after midnight in the 8700 block of Victory Court. Deputies found a man who had been stabbed “multiple times in the mid- to lower back,” according to Cpl. Amanda Ensor, a sheriff’s office spokeswoman. The man was flown to . . . Read More at The Frederick News Post