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New Managers of Community Thrift Shop

October 29, 2014October 27, 2014 Michael KusterCommunity Thrift Shop, Glade Valley Community Services, manager, MaryAnne Schouw, Mel Palmer, Walkersville

MaryAnne Schouw and Mel Palmer have graciously volunteered as the new co-managers of the Glade Valley Community Services‘ Community Thrift Shop. They take over management after long-time managers Kathy and Barry Maronis retired recently. Mel has lived in Walkersville for the past 25 years and recently retired from the National Institute of Health. She has been volunteering for the community for many years- Food Bank, GVAA cheerleading coach, vacation bible school, and is active in her church’s programs. Mel has volunteered at the Thrift Shop for at least the past fifteen years. MaryAnne…

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Shed Fire Closes Lanes and Roads

October 28, 2014October 29, 2014 GladeValley.net Stafffeatured, fire, Walkersville

A shed fire behind the farm house at 8516 Woodsboro Pike closed lanes of Maryland 194, Fountain Rock Road, and was quickly followed by an accident at Maryland 194 and Stauffer Road Monday evening. Walkersville Volunteer Fire Company and Walkersville Volunteer Rescue Company responded with lots of equipment. Explosions were reported from within the burning shed, and black smoke could be seen from U.S. 15. According to fire fighters, the shed was filled with wood and a wood splitter. Walkersville Volunteer Rescue Company sent more equipment to the intersection of…

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Scouting for Food – Glade Valley Food Bank Shelves Empty

October 28, 2014October 27, 2014 Michael KusterBoy Scouts, featured, food bank, food drive, Glade Valley Community Services, Scouting for Food

Glade Valley’s Boy Scout annual Scouting for Food drive begins November 1st. This year, the need for donations of non-perishable foods at the Glade Valley Food Bank can be seen in the empty store rooms. Glade Valley Community Services, which operates the Food Bank, has been forced to purchase a lot of food to make up for the shortage of donations. Boy Scouts leave empty food bags on front doors of Glade Valley homes on Saturday, November 1st. On Saturday, November 8th, the area Scouts return to collect bags filled with…

Homecoming Dance a Black Light Paradise

October 27, 2014October 27, 2014 jon shorrowdance, homecoming, Walkersville High School

by Jon Shorrow If you missed homecoming, just didn’t go, or completely forgot what happened here is the big scoop. “I love the decor and the glow sticks as well” homecoming queen Jessica Shayuth said. As you walk into the school you are presented with a huge star arrangement made of balloons. As you made […]

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Progress on Blight?

October 27, 2014October 27, 2014 GladeValley.net Staffblight, featured, Walkers Village Center, Walkersville

The Town of Walkersville’s Burgess, Town Commissioners, Economic Development Commission, and Planning Commission quickly began discussions about blighted commercial properties over the past several weeks. Since GladeValley.net published articles highlighting the extent of problems on commercial properties in town, one property owner appears to be joining town officials in addressing some of the problems. Recently, Walkers Village Center’s long-vacant “Medical Center” had its windows blocked with craft paper. The units were filled with black mold and moisture clung to the windows and doors. The light fixtures still have no bulbs…