The Washington County Humane Society will be holding a pet supply giveaway in the Hancock Town Hall parking lot on Tuesday, September 2, from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. They will be bringing cat and dog food and hard goods such as crates, stairs, beds, cat litter, and other items.[Read More…]
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Master Gardeners teach about herbs, pollinators and more in gardens August 23
The Washington County Master Gardeners will offer free hands-on teaching in three gardens this Saturday, August 23, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Washington County Agricultural Education Center at 7303 Sharpsburg Pike in Boonsboro. In the medicinal herb garden, guests will learn how to create herbal arrangements and[Read More…]
A River Divided: Who Owns the Potomac River?
by Michael Nardolilli, Executive Director of the Interstate Commission on the Potomac River Basin Why are the state boundary lines along the Potomac River so irregular? Why doesn’t the line run neatly down the middle of the river, as it does in many other states? The fascinating story behind the[Read More…]
Peach canning workshop Aug. 24
There will be a free peach water bath canning workshop on Saturday, August 24, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 200 Douglas Street in Hancock. RSVP to save your seat by August 21 by texting Jennie at 814-617-0914. Quart jars, lids,[Read More…]
Is that stream healthy? DNR trains people to survey waterways for target species
by Joe Zimmermann In some ways, the Maryland Biological Stream Survey Summer Training resembles other education programs. Participants sit through presentations and take tests. But some of those presentations involve walking through the woods to a nearby stream to watch the process of netting, identifying, and counting fish found there.[Read More…]
Two-Mile Music Fest features cars, crafts and country
by Lisa Schauer The third annual Two-Mile Music Fest was held on a picture-perfect Saturday, August 2 at Kirkland Park in Hancock. Headlined by Nashville’s Adam Calvert, and featuring performances by Zac Grace and Jake Groft, the festival was a celebration of contemporary country music. A car show drew admirers[Read More…]
Frederick County angler sets new Maryland state record for false albacore
The Maryland Department of Natural Resources has officially recognized Jack Dorman of Mt. Airy as the new state record holder for false albacore (Euthynnus alletteratus) in the Atlantic Division. Dorman’s 26.0-pound catch surpasses the previous record of 23.5 pounds that was just set earlier this month. Dorman, 22, was fishing[Read More…]
CAMP JOY: 34 Years of faith, sweat and service
by Nancy Wheeler It’s a tradition that never grows old—because it’s built on mission. For 34 summers, CAMP JOY has brought together the spirited energy of nearly 100 teens and seasoned adults to repair homes, renew hope, and strengthen community ties throughout the tri-state region. During the week of July[Read More…]
Stay safe on the road on your bicycle by staying alert with good equipment
by Kate Evans As summer progresses, more individuals and families on bicycles are seen on the road. A large percentage of crashes involving bikes can be avoided if motorists and cyclists follow the rules of the road and watch out for each other, according to information from the National Highway[Read More…]
Hancock Class of 1980 holds reunion
The class of 1980 from Hancock High School celebrated their 45th reunion on Saturday, July 12 at Buddy Lou’s Restaurant. They were honored to have two former teachers and many others to celebrate with them. Pictured, front row from left, are: Jim Hoopengardner (teacher), Mary Vivian (Young) Thomas, kneeling Donna[Read More…]
