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FNP Coverage: Walkersville Disbands Economic Development Commission

The Walkersville Economic Development Commission is no more. Town commissioners narrowly voted Wednesday night to do away with the group, which was charged with promoting area businesses. Commissioners Gary Baker, Debbie Zimmerman and Don Schildt voted in favor of dismantling the group while Mary Ann Brodie-Ennis and Russ Winch, whose wife . . . (continue reading at The Frederick News Post)

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County Executive Gardner Announces New Residential Solar Co-Operative Program

Frederick County Executive Jan Gardner today announced the launch of a new solar co-operative program to help residents who want to reduce their carbon footprints and save money at the same time. Homeowners in a solar co-op use their combined bulk buying power to save on the total cost of going solar. Residents purchase power at a lower rate, and enjoy financial incentives. The program also is open to small commercial buildings and other non-residential spaces, such as churches or community centers. “This exciting solar program will bring homeowners together…

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September Is National Preparedness Month — Don’t Wait, Communicate. Make Your Emergency Plan Today

The Frederick County Division of Emergency Management, along with its preparedness partners, announces that September 1st marks the beginning of National Preparedness Month. County Executive Jan Gardner will kick-off Preparedness Month with a proclamation ceremony at 11 a.m. on September 6 at Winchester Hall, 12 East Church Street, Frederick, Maryland. National Preparedness Month, sponsored by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s Ready America campaign, is a nationwide effort designed to increase awareness as well as encourage individuals, families, businesses and communities to take action to prepare for emergencies. Now is the perfect time for businesses and…

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