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John Walsh Seeks Republican Nomination for U.S. House of Representatives Maryland Congressional District 8

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“I was in Woodsboro and Walkersville last week. In addition to saying hello to people in the district, I am walking from Emmitsburg to the Capitol in DC and have already completed the Emmitsburg to Thurmont to Woodsboro to Libertytown segments. I just completed Frederick and Carroll county legs of my “Walk a mile in your shoes” campaign. Logged over 50 miles from Emmitsburg and Westminster to Mount Airy. I’m running to bring representation to all three counties that comprise the Maryland 8th district and I’m making a special effort in…

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Glade Valley Government 

Executive Jan Gardner Announces Legislation to Streamline Construction of Accessory Dwelling Units

Frederick County - News Flash

County Executive Jan Gardner announced proposed legislation to encourage the construction of accessory dwelling units in Frederick County. Co-sponsored by County Council President Bud Otis and Council Member Jessica Fitzwater, the proposal would streamline regulations to make it easier to build what used to be called in-law suites, which are small living spaces within or attached to a home, or stand alone “tiny houses.” The legislation only addresses units that are accessories to existing single-family homes. Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) are defined as dwelling units that are accessory to or…

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Elections Glade Valley 

Town of Walkersville Elections This September

GladeValley.net Staff

The Town of Walkersville will hold an election this September. While the whole country sets its sites on the mid-term elections to see which way the country will sway, Walkersville may see big changes in its leadership. The Town’s Burgess and all five Town Commissioners seats will be up for election. Many rumors have swept around town about who will or will not run for re-election, and who may seek a higher office. Currently, Chad Weddle is serving his first term as Burgess. Town Commissioners currently in office are Gary…

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Elections Glade Valley Government 

Walkersville Election Supervisors Sought

GladeValley.net Staff

The Town of Walkersville is currently still accepting Letters of Interest for the position of Election Supervisor and alternates.  Alternates are available on election day, September 10, 2018, to assist five Election Supervisors, possibly checking in voters, handing out ballots, monitoring ballot boxes and election booths, as needed. Voting has been extended this year and the polls will be open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m., so it will be a long day.

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