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John grew up on a farm in Frederick County, Maryland. He studied at Frederick Community College and University of Maryland Baltimore County. He writes as a freelance writer while raising his children in Walkersville.
Education 

Muse Scholarship Applications Open

GladeValley.net Staff

Through May 31, 2017, The Community Foundation of Frederick County is accepting online applications for music instruction scholarships at www.ScholarshipsFrederickCounty.com. All application requirements and details can be found at this address. No paper applications are accepted. Students ages 5 through 18 who are currently pursuing instrumental or vocal music instruction may apply for a music scholarship supporting private or group instruction. Students must be enrolled in music instruction at the time of application, and must be a Frederick County, Maryland resident. The scholarships are being provided through funds created by…

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Crime Glade Valley 

Police Raid Home and Make Arrest in Walkersville

GladeValley.net Staff

Frederick County Sheriff’s Office made a strong show in Walkersville Tuesday morning. Residents were surprised by “SWAT Teams” blocking West Frederick Street and Fulton Avenue. Local radio personality, Bob Miller, even asked on social media what was going on in Walkersville. The target of law enforcment was a home in the second block of West Frederick Street. At least one arrest was made, though no press release has been issued by the Maryland State Police or the Frederick County Sheriff’s Office. Chantel Jensen was charged by the Frederick County Sheriff’s…

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Community Glade Valley 

WMS Leo Club Hosts “Dinner in the Dark” Fundraiser for Leader Dogs for the Blind

GladeValley.net Staff

The Walkersville Middle School Leo Club will host a charity event called Dinner In The Dark on June 9th at the Fire Hall Activities Building. Leiter’s will cater this event so you know the meal will be great. Leos is a service club that focuses on community service and helping the Blind. Participants will be greeted and have snacks and check out the silent auction items. When dinner is ready guests will be blindfolded and escorted gently to their seats. One sighted adult and one Leo will serve meals and…

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Community Education Glade Valley News Television 

Frederick County Public Schools Address Netflix Series “13 Reasons Why”

GladeValley.net Staff

There is a Netflix series trending, based on a novel written for young adults, called 13 Reasons Why. The series revolves around a fictional 17-year-old girl who made audio tapes explaining what each person in her circle has done to hurt her before she takes her own life. The series graphically depicts the themes of bullying, rape and suicide as well as consequences of teens who are bystanders and do not take action to address such situations. Please be aware that Netflix can be accessed on any electronic device including…

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