Obituaries 

James Franklin Zinkham

James (Jim) Franklin Zinkham, 76, passed away on Monday, June 17, 2019 in Ashland, VA. Jim was originally from Baden, PA. He lived Walkersville, MD for more than 40 before moving to Ashland, VA.  A memorial service will be held at New Highland Baptist Church, 9200 New Ashcake Road, Mechanicsville, VA 23116 on July 6, 2019 at 11 AM. Visitation will begin at 10:30 AM. James Franklin Zinkham was born in Baden, PA to Benjamin F. Zinkham and Harriet W. Zinkham on October 8, 1942. He was a graduate of…

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Community Glade Valley 

Thursday Night at the Walkersville Carnival

Thursday Night will feature the Rock N Roll Relics and the final Ride All Night Special and so much more! The Walkersville Volunteer Fire Company’s Annual Carnival on Thursday evening will feature the following highlights: All You Can Eat Buffet will be prepared and served by the Walkersville Volunteer Fire Company from 4:30 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. Monday evenings menu features Crab Cake (1), Roast Turkey, and Baked Ham. Meals are served in the air conditioned Fire Hall. Meals cost $12 for each person over 10 years old, and $6 for…

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Celebrations News 

Independence Day Holiday Means Extra Safety Efforts for State Police

With extra traffic expected in the days before and after the Fourth of July which falls on a Thursday this year making a four-day weekend for some, additional Maryland state troopers will be on patrol, using a variety of initiatives to keep traffic moving, respond quickly to highway incidents and take appropriate enforcement action when violations are observed that threaten the safety of travelers. Beginning today, troopers from each of the 23 Maryland State Police barracks will focus enforcement efforts on impaired driving, aggressive driving, speeding, distracted driving and other…

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Community Glade Valley 

Wednesday Night at the Walkersville Carnival

Wednesday Night will feature the Full Effect Band and the second Ride All Night Special and so much more! The Walkersville Volunteer Fire Company’s Annual Carnival on Wednesday evening will feature the following highlights: All You Can Eat Buffet will be prepared and served by the Walkersville Volunteer Fire Company from 4:30 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. Monday evenings menu features Fried Shrimp, Roast Beef, and Baked Ham. Meals are served in the air conditioned Fire Hall. Meals cost $12 for each person over 10 years old, and $6 for children 10…

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Community 

Community Foundation Announces FY2020 Strategic Grant Application

The Community Foundation of Frederick County announces its FY2020 dates for strategic grant applications and information sessions. Applications for strategic grants will be accepted July 15, 2019 through August 15, 2019. This grant cycle will allow organizations to apply for program grants to support services related to the Community Foundation’s 2011 Strategic Initiatives and/or to apply for planning grants to support capacity building related to the Community Foundation’s 2019 Strategic Initiatives. Applications from organizations applying for funding under the 2011 Strategic Initiatives will be considered to support programs in the…

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