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Friday, October 9, 2015

ProPublica - The Color of Debt: How Collection Suits Squeeze Black Neighborhoods

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Our first-of-its-kind analysis shows that the suits are far more common in black communities than white ones.

by Paul Kiel and Annie Waldman, ProPublica October 8, 2015
ON A RECENT SATURDAY AFTERNOON, the mayor of Jennings, a St. Louis suburb of about 15,000, settled in before a computer in the empty city council chambers. Yolonda Fountain Henderson, 50, was elected last spring as the city’s first black mayor.

On the screen was a list of every debt collection lawsuit against a resident of her city, at least 4,500 in just five years. Henderson asked to see her own street. On her block of 16 modest ranch-style homes, lawsuits had been filed against the occupants of eight. “That’s my neighbor across the street,” she said, pointing to one line on the screen.

And then she saw her own suit. Henderson, a single mother, fell behind on her sewer bill after losing her job a few years ago, and the utility successfully sued her. That judgment was listed, as well as how one day the company seized $382 from her credit union account — all she had, but not enough to pay off the debt.

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Carroll County State's Attorney's Office workshop on senior scams at the Taneytown senior center.

Carroll County State's Attorney's Office post on Facebook on October 9, 2015:

Chief Deputy State's Attorney Kathleen Murphy, as well as Chief Investigator Dean Brewer, spent lunchtime at the Taneytown Senior Center today discussing with seniors signs to look for in order to avoid being scammed.

Financial exploitation of seniors is a major issue, and many myths about who are victims and who are perpetrators were discussed.

This presentation will be given at senior centers throughout the county in the coming months. State's Attorney Brian DeLeonardo was also present to kick off this new community education program.

Update Friday, October 9, 2015

Apparently at least one church in Carroll County has recently been scammed by the crime in which the caller says that he is from BGE and that the electricity will be cut off in 45 minutes unless the back bill that is due, is paid. This according to a source who is not allowed to speak publicly about the crime.

Well, trust me, from my experience in the mayor's office, if a citizen or organization is behind in the electric bill, and is about to be cut off; you will know it well. There is a lengthy drawn-out process that takes place before your electricity is turned-off and it does not involve some sketchy person calling you 45 minutes in advance.

If you receive this call: Hang. Up. The. Phone. And call Baltimore Gas and Electric at 800.685.0123 to verify the status of your account and report the crime. Also report the crime to the Carroll County State’s Attorney’s Office at 410.386.2671.

There simply must be a special place in hell, for the scammers in the world.

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Thursday, October 8, 2015

Lonely is the runner who runs 3.6 miles on the Wakefield Valley Trail - all to the tunes of Led Zeppelin.

Update late in the evening: Fascinating. This was my first attempt at posting a smartphone screenshot of my run and it is essentially a failure. The resolution is so low that the picture is so pixelated as to be not of much value. Live and learn by trial and error...

Wednesday, October 7, 2015

Mabel Caroline Lippy, 90, of Manchester passed away Tuesday, October 6, 2015

Mabel Caroline Lippy

Born: November 18, 1924

Died: October 06, 2015

Too often we forget that the public figure who serves our community could not accomplish the great things they achieve without the support of a family who takes care of all the necessary behind the scene responsibilities while the public figure is out front in the public spotlight and attending countless never-ending meetings.

Meanwhile, somebody has to keep the lights on… That somebody, a family – a spouse - keeps the schedules, picks-up the groceries and gets the car to the auto shop; and takes cares of all the mundane tasks necessary for life.

Sadly too many in our community tend to forget the folks that made the community what it is today, once they get old.

Mrs. Lippy was every bit as responsible for Commissioner Lippy’s accomplishments as he was; but Commissioner Lippy got the spotlight. We must not forget Mrs. Lippy because she made it happen.

Mabel Caroline Lippy, 90, of Manchester passed away Tuesday, October 6, 2015

Mabel Caroline Lippy, 90, of Manchester passed away peacefully, Tuesday, October 6, 2015 at the Dove House in Westminster. Born November 18, 1924 in Baltimore, she was daughter of the late Raymond Earl Bishop and Catherine Margaret Hohman Bishop. She was the wife of Elmer Cornelius Lippy, Jr., her husband of 70 years, who passed away October 13, 2013. She was a member of Trinity United Church of Christ, the Willing Workers, and the Democratic Club. Years ago, she had worked at Black & Decker.

Surviving are her children Bruce Lippy and wife Martha of Catonsville, Margaret Ann Bailey and husband David of Hanover, PA, and Neil Lippy of Manchester; her grandchildren Christi Malat, Colin, Caroline and Rebecca Lippy; her great grandchildren Cori, Madison, Morgan, Abby, and Thomas; and her sister Alice Hanssen. She was predeceased by her siblings Henry Bishop, Charles “Joe” Bishop, Anna Otto, and John Albert Bishop.

The family will receive friends 3 to 5 and 7 to 9 p.m. Saturday, October 10, 2015 at the ECKHARDT FUNERAL CHAPEL, P.A., 3296 Charmil Drive, Manchester with a funeral service 1:00 p.m. Sunday, October 11, 2015 at the Trinity United Church of Christ, 3229 York Street, Manchester with the Rev. Suzanne A. Schmidt officiating. Interment will be in the Trinity United Church of Christ Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Trinity United Church of Christ, 3229 York Street, Manchester, MD 21102. Online condolences maybe offered at www.eckhardtfuneralchapel.com.

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See also: Elmer C. Lippy, Jr. age 93 of Manchester, MD obituary

Elmer C. Lippy, Jr.

(April 11, 1920 - October 13, 2013)

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Elmer C. Lippy, Jr. age 93 of Manchester, MD. died Sunday Oct. 13, 2013 at the Long View Nursing Home in Manchester.

Born April 11, 1920 in Manchester he was the son of the late Elmer C. Lippy, Sr. and Anna Albright Lippy. He was the husband of 70 years in November to Mabel Caroline Bishop Lippy.

He was a retired chemist for Lever Brothers where he had worked from 1947 to 1985. In 1985 he was elected to the Manchester Town Council, from 1987 to 1990 he served as Manchester’s Town Mayor, from 1990 to 1994 he was Carroll County Commissioner and from 1995 to 1999 he returned to serve as Manchester’s Town Mayor. He was also a faithful member of Trinity United Church of Christ in Manchester where he sang in the choir for seventy years.

Surviving in addition to his wife are children Bruce Lippy and wife Martha of Catonsville, MD, Margaret Ann Bailey and husband David of Hanover, PA and Neil Lippy of Manchester, MD. He was survived by grandchildren Christine Malat, Colin, Caroline and Rebecca Lippy and 4 great grandchildren. He was predeceased by siblings Woodrow Lippy and Elizabeth Peregoy.

The family will receive friends on Tuesday from 3-5 and 7-9pm. at the Eckhardt Funeral Chapel P.A. 3296 Charmil Dr. Manchester, MD.

Funeral services will be held Wednesday at 11:00am at Trinity United Church of Christ, 3229 York St. Manchester, MD. 21102, with the Rev. Susanne A. Schmidt officiating.

Interment will be in the church cemetery.

If desired, donations may be made to Trinity United Church of Christ.

Online condolences may be made to www.eckhardtfuneralchapel.com.

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Monday, October 5, 2015

Kevin Dayhoff and Caroline Babylon Oct. 4, 2015 at the National Fallen Firefighters Memorial

Kevin Dayhoff and Caroline Babylon Oct. 4, 2015 at the National Fallen Firefighters Memorial on the grounds of the old St. Joe’s facility at National Emergency Training Center - Emergency Management Institute in Emmitsburg Md after the annual National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Service at Mount St. Mary’s University Knott Arena.

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Sunday, October 4, 2015

Honoring Bob Fogle at the National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Service

At the National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Service on Sunday, Oct. 4, 2015, President Barack Obama delivered presidential remarks and then stayed and personally gave give his respects to each and family member of the fallen, including Carol Fogle, from Carroll Co., the widow of fallen firefighter Bob Fogle.

At the National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Service at Mount St. Knott Arena in Emmitsburg Md. in honor of Bob Fogle.

Saturday, October 3, 2015

Asian Sakae in Westminster for dinner

Roasted chicken soup with lemon, garlic, and vegetables at Buds at Silver Run. Perfect for a cold, gray and rainy Saturday.

Roasted chicken soup with lemon, garlic, and vegetables at Buds at Silver Run. Perfect for a cold, gray and rainy Saturday. Meghan is our server.

Uncle Lewis S. Fluck, a long-time resident of Souderton, died October 2, 2015

Video: Helen and Lewis Fluck’s 60^th wedding anniversary celebration at the Koffels’ house in Pennsburg, PA on September 12, 2010.

Lewis S. Fluck, a long-time resident of Souderton, died October 2, 2015 at the Lutheran Community at Telford. He and his wife, Helen (Fretz) Fluck, were married for 64 years at the time of her passing.

Born July 10, 1922 in Reading, he was the son of the late Rev. Dr. William A. and Carrie (Sigafoos) Fluck and a graduate of Reading High School. He then proudly served in the U. S. Air Force during World War II. Mr. Fluck returned home and graduated from Muhlenberg College in 1948. After college, he was employed at George M. Yocum, Inc. of Lansdale and then as office manager for Keyser Miller Sales in Souderton and Collegeville until his retirement in 1990.

Mr. Fluck was an active member of Grace Evangelical Lutheran Church of Hatfield where he served on church council, and was a lector and choir member for over 60 years. He was also active with Laymen Playmen, acting in many of their productions.

Before moving to Souderton in 1959, he served as Secretary of Hatfield Borough. In Souderton, he served as a member of the Souderton Planning Commission and the Souderton Area School Board.

An extensive traveler, he and his wife enjoyed visiting many countries, especially Switzerland. They soon became in love with Switzerland and visited about ten times, often with children and grandchildren, always staying in a small village, Hasliberg Reuti, up in the Alps. However, they never missed their vacation days in Ocean City, NJ with the family.

In addition to travel, he enjoyed season tickets to the Philadelphia Orchestra concerts and plays at the Walnut Street Theater. For many years, he was a volunteer for the Meals on Wheels program, and Hands Across the District as a library aide at Oak Ridge Elementary School.

Surviving are two daughters, Evelyn Koffel and her husband, Jay, of Pennsburg, and Anne Gabel and her husband, Richard, of Red Hill; and her grandchildren, Jessica Koffel, John Koffel and his wife, Allison, and William Gabel. They all meant so much to him, and they loved him in return and did so much for him. He is also survived by his sisters, Elizabeth Judd of Telford, and Evelyn Babylon of Westminster, MD. He was preceded in death by his parents and a brother, William F.S. Fluck. He was loved and will be missed.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend his memorial service at 11AM on Wed., Oct. 7, at Grace Evangelical Lutheran Church, 25 W. Broad St., Hatfield, PA 19440, with burial following at Little Zion Lutheran Church Cemetery in Telford. Family will receive friends at the church from 10-10:45AM. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Grace Evangelical Lutheran Church at the address above.

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Friday, October 2, 2015

Lonely is the runner that ran between the rain drops yesterday on the Wakefield Valley Trail. I bet today I get real wet.

Wednesday, September 30, 2015

Francis Levine Bollinger, 88, of Westminster died Thursday, September 24, 2015

Francis Levine Bollinger, 88, of Westminster died Thursday, September 24, 2015 at Union Memorial Hospital.

Born September 25, 1926 on the family farm in Westminster, he was the son of the late Edward and Daisy Jeanette Owings Bollinger.

He was the husband of Mary Jean Nye Bollinger. They were married July 17, 1948 and had been married for 67 years.

He was a farmer and local businessman. He owned and operated Francis Bollinger & Son Excavating. He was a member of Door to Virtue Masonic Lodge #46 for over 60 years. He was also a member of the Boumi Temple Shrine, the Scottish Rite and Western Maryland Shrine Club.

He enjoyed hunting, the outdoors and spending time in the mountains of Western Maryland. He had an incredible memory and was a wealth of local knowledge of days gone by.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by daughters Catherine J. Shelton and husband Michael, Nancy A. Bollinger-Jones, Sondie J. Clarke and husband Wayne, Janice M. Bollinger-Redding and husband Doug and son Jeffrey F. Bollinger.

He is also survived by 8 grandchildren, 7 great grandchildren, brother George A. Bollinger and sister Audrey Crist.

He was preceded in death by brothers Edward O. Bollinger, Stanley W. Bollinger and son-in-law Ernest Jones, Jr.

The family will receive friends Tuesday from 2-4 & 6-8 PM at the Pritts Funeral Home & Chapel, 412 Washington Road, Westminster, MD where a masonic memorial service will be conducted at 7:30PM.

Funeral services will be held at the funeral home Wednesday, 11:00 AM with the Rev. Pat Dols, officiating.

Interment will follow in Deer Park Cemetery. Jeffrey N. Zumbrun Funeral Home, 6028 Sykesville Road, Eldersburg, MD is handling funeral arrangements.

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Carroll County MD Deputy Director of Public Works Appointed

Carroll County MD Deputy Director of Public Works Appointed http://kevindayhoffwestgov-net.blogspot.com/2015/09/carroll-county-md-deputy-director-of.html

Westminster, Tuesday, September 29, 2015 – David P. Reese, Sr. has been appointed the Deputy Director of Public Works.

With 27 ½ years of experience, Dave is no stranger to Carroll County service.

He began his county career in Fleet Management as a Bureau Chief, before moving to his most recent position as Area Roads Chief within the Roads Department.

Dave has attended both Towson University and Carroll Community College to continue his education in management.

He brings to Public Works his expertise in the areas of roadwork and transportation.

An accomplished leader in Lean in the Workplace, Dave has implemented numerous cost saving measures for the county. Dave is eager to assume his new duties. “With my knowledge of all aspects of Roads and Transportation, I am excited to take on a new role in my career to help the citizens of Carroll County.”

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Monday, September 28, 2015

We went to dinner at www.CincoDeMayoRest.com at 402 England Rd in Westminster.

Sunday, September 27, 2015

Trying to get a picture of the Rare 'Supermoon' Lunar Eclipse ... Looks more like a dust cover for a book titled, "Obscured by Clouds."

I enjoyed seeing the Historical Society of Carroll Co booth at Westminster Fallfest.

I enjoyed seeing Jerry Caple, Wendy Guralnick Raith, and Gainor Davis at the Historical Society of Carroll County booth at Westminster Fallfest. Fallfest was once again awesome this year.

The puzzlers. Evelyn Babylon and Caroline Babylon.

At Fallfest with my younger brother Lt. Tony Ott and my favorite niece that lives in Westminster, Brenda Johnson Roper

The Grace Lutheran Church stain glass windows have illuminated our lives in many ways for over a hundred years.

Saturday, September 26, 2015

Caroline and I are working at the Westminster Fire Dept booth selling mums at Westminster Fallfest.

Caroline and I are working at the Westminster Fire Dept booth selling mums at Westminster Fallfest. We still have few left. Stop by and say hi.

I had lunch at Westminster Fallfest with the longstanding unofficial mayor of Westminster's Main Street Tom Eshelman.

I had lunch at Westminster Fallfest with the longstanding unofficial mayor of Westminster's Main Street Tom Eshelman. It was great to see Tom.

It was good to see Carroll County State's Attorney Brian DeLeonardo and representatives from his office at Westminster Fallfest Sat. Sept. 26, 2015.

The weather is perfect today for Westminster Fallfest.

The weather is perfect today for Westminster Fallfest. The community is out in force. Come out and see all you neighbors in historic downtown Westminster.

Friday, September 25, 2015

Carroll County Ag Center 2015 Corn Maze. The theme this year is "Farming: Past & Present."

Carroll County Ag Center 2015 Corn Maze. The theme this year is "Farming: Past & Present." For more information go to: www.ccag
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This evening, Caroline and I opened the 2015 Carroll County corn maze at the Ag Center.

This evening, Caroline and I opened the 2015 Carroll County corn maze at the Ag Center, 706 Agriculture Drive, Westminster. This year's theme is "Farming: Past & Present."

Baltimore Sun: Cruise on Liberty ship a reminder that freedom is not free [Eagle Archives] September 24, 2015 By Kevin E. Dayhoff

Baltimore Sun: Cruise on Liberty ship a reminder that freedom is not free [Eagle Archives] September 24, 2015 By Kevin E. Dayhoff http://www.baltimoresun.com/news/maryland/carroll/westminster/ph-ce-archives-liberty-ship-0927-20150921-story.html

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My latest article is about the Liberty ship, the S.S. John W. Brown. This was absolutely fascinating to research. I will be going on the upcoming veteran's cruise and can't wait. Enjoy the article here: http://www.baltimoresun.com/news/maryland/carroll/westminster/ph-ce-archives-liberty-ship-0927-20150921-story.html

On Oct. 3 about 20 veterans from Carroll County will commemorate Veterans Day and the 70th anniversary of the end of World War II early this year, as they set sail on the World War II Liberty ship, the S.S. John W. Brown.

According to Phil Mullikin, a volunteer for Project Liberty Ship and a member of the Community Foundation of Carroll County, “I teamed-up with the Kahlert Foundation to develop a grant to take Carroll County vets on this cruise. For me it is killing two birds with one stone, I’m helping to raise money for the preservation of the ship, and I’m doing something for the vets in the county. November weather can be pretty unpleasant so the cruise is made in October.”

Volunteering is nothing new for Mullikin, who also serves on the board of ‘Catherine’s Cause,’ an anti-drunk driving organization. The Kahlert Foundation is a Carroll County organization that supports veterans, and youth, education and health care initiatives and programs.

In a recent phone interview, Mullikin said that he has volunteered for Project Liberty Ship for four years. He was recruited by chief officer Larry Knapp, a fellow Delaware River pilot. A river pilot himself, Mullikin explained that he “worked with the Delaware River Pilots for about 13 years, after spending 35 years at sea as a merchant seaman. I ended my career at the rank of captain.”

Volunteering for his adopted Carroll County is nothing new for Mullikin, who also serves on the board of Catherine’s Cause, an anti-drunk driving organization. Mullikin grew-up in a Maryland eastern shore family. I’ve lived in Carroll County for almost 35 years. I got here as quickly as I could.

Mullikin said that he got involved with the restoration of the Liberty ship because his hobby is carpentry. “But I started my work on the John Brown as temporary relief chief officer. However, I did not want to continue to do that because that is what I did all my life. But my ‘unlimited master’s license upon ocean,’ allows me to make ocean transits should that need arise for the Brown.”

Find my article in The Baltimore Sun here: http://www.baltimoresun.com/news/maryland/carroll/westminster/ph-ce-archives-liberty-ship-0927-20150921-story.html

Timed just about midway between two dates that have significant meaning for veterans in this country, approximately 20 veterans from Carroll County will board a ship of that has also has significant importance.

On Oct. 3, the county residents will commemorate Veterans Day (Nov. 11) and Sept. 2, 1945 official surrender by Japan that ended World War II by coming aboard the World War II Liberty ship, the S.S. John W. Brown.

Philip W. Mullikin, a volunteer for Project Liberty Ship and a member of the Community Foundation of Carroll County said he, "teamed up with the Kahlert Foundation to develop a grant to take Carroll County vets on this cruise."

The Kahlert Foundation is a Carroll County organization that supports veterans, and youth, education and health care initiatives and programs.

"For me it is killing two birds with one stone," Mullikin said. "I'm helping to raise money for the preservation of the ship, and I'm doing something for the vets in the county."

As for the timing, "November weather can be pretty unpleasant so the cruise is made in October," he said.

The S.S. Brown website explains that the cargo ship, built in Baltimore, is "one of only two remaining, fully operational Liberty ships that participated in World War II. The first of the 2,711 Liberty ships was the SS Patrick Henry, launched on Sept. 27, 1941…"

Read much more here: http://www.baltimoresun.com/news/maryland/carroll/westminster/ph-ce-archives-liberty-ship-0927-20150921-story.html

Baltimore news reporter Mike Schuh was also a big help with this article. See his recent article here: Mike Schuh WJZ-TV Baltimore Org. Dedicated to Preserving History, Provides Unique Cruise September 16, 2015 http://baltimore.cbslocal.com/2015/09/16/baltimore-org-dedicated-to-preserving-history-provides-unique-cruise/

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BALTIMORE (WJZ) — Project Liberty Ship, which is a Baltimore-based non-profit organization dedicated to preserving the last remaining troop transport from WWII as a living memorial, is providing visitors with an opportunity to tour it and go on a cruise. WJZ’s Mike Schuh reports, the organization is a rare link to the past and needs your help…”

WESTMINSTER

Cruise on Liberty ship a reminder that freedom is not free [Eagle Archives]

KEVIN E. DAYHOFF, KEVINDAYHOFF@GMAIL.COM

WESTMINSTER

Sunday service offered a chance to enjoy memories [Eagle Archives}

KEVIN E. DAYHOFF, KEVINDAYHOFF@GMAIL.COM

There was plenty of good food, fellowship, stories and history to be enjoyed at the St. Matthew's United Church of Christ's homecoming event, in Pleasant Valley last Sunday.

WESTMINSTER

Designating a day to celebrate the nation's military power a source of conflict

KEVIN E. DAYHOFF, KEVINDAYHOFF@GMAIL.COM

On Sept. 12, 1924, Westminster, along with communities across the nation, observed National Defense Day.

WESTMINSTER

Finding clues for the first woman in law enforcement

KEVIN E. DAYHOFF, KEVINDAYHOFF@GMAIL.COM

On Sept. 6, 1973, the Carroll Record reported that, "The Maryland State Police will shortly have a new look — as a pilot program utilizing a limited number of females trained as Troopers gets underway. These women will have full police powers and will be assigned in specialized areas of law enforcement...

WESTMINSTER

Fire department's move was never cause for alarm

KEVIN E. DAYHOFF, KEVINDAYHOFF@GMAIL.COM

A story in the Aug. 31, 1895 edition of the American Sentinel, a Westminster newspaper, explained that the city's fire department had outgrown the building at 31 E. Main Street and was moving to a new location.

WESTMINSTER

Building rural ramps onto information superhighway in Carroll County [Eagle Archives]

KEVIN E. DAYHOFF, KEVINDAYHOFF@GMAIL.COM

In Carroll County, the underpinning of the local economy has always been agriculture and access to supplies and markets. The politics and economics involved with the maintenance of the roads, bringing the railroad to Carroll County and providing access to employment have also played prominent roles...

WESTMINSTER

Life in Carroll County midway through August meant riding shows and tractor pulls

KEVIN E. DAYHOFF, KEVINDAYHOFF@GMAIL.COM

On this date in years past, a tractor pull at the county fair, a horse show at the Westminster Riding Club, and the opening of the Carroll County Vocational Technical Center were all in the news.

WESTMINSTER

Official: Westminster fires intentionally set

MICHEL ELBEN

Two shed fires that occurred in close proximity and just a few hours apart early Thursday morning in Westminster were intentionally set, likely by the same person, according to a spokesman of the Office of the State Fire Marshal.

WESTMINSTER

Westminster mayors often had short terms in office

KEVIN E. DAYHOFF, KEVINDAYHOFF@GMAIL.COM

Though it had happened more than a week earlier, in early August of 1981, the greater Westminster and Carroll County community was still mourning the death of Joseph (Jack) Hamilton Hahn, Jr.

WESTMINSTER

Roots of a county fair in Carroll hard to follow before the Civil War

KEVIN E. DAYHOFF, KEVINDAYHOFF@GMAIL.COM

All last week, preparations were in full swing for this year's annual Carroll County 4-H and FFA Fair that set up at the Agriculture Center, just south of Westminster. This year's fair will continue to Saturday morning, Aug. 8.

CARROLL COUNTY

Fire damages vacant cabin in New Windsor

TIMES STAFF

A fire that burned late Tuesday night in the 1300 block Western Chapel Road in New Windsor damaged a vacant cabin that was being prepared for demolition according to a State Fire Marshal's office press release.

WESTMINSTER

Sheriff's Office took long road to leading role in Carroll County law enforcement

KEVIN E. DAYHOFF, KEVINDAYHOFF@GMAIL.COM

The idea to develop a Carroll County police force began as a whisper campaign in the mid-1960s. It would take a half a century of studies, commissions, elections, and acrimony to finally decide to make the county sheriff's department the lead police agency in the county.

WESTMINSTER

Memories of Henryton State hospital fading with buildings demolished

KEVIN E. DAYHOFF, KEVINDAYHOFF@GMAIL.COM

It was 30 years ago that Henryton State Hospital was closed by the state of Maryland. The sprawling facility included 19 buildings with a total footprint of 30 acres in Marriottsville, about seven miles from Sykesville in southern Carroll County.

WESTMINSTER

Annual commemoration brings home Carroll County connection to Civil War

KEVIN E. DAYHOFF, KEVINDAYHOFF@GMAIL.COM

By July 5, 1863, the horrific results of one of the most cataclysmic events of the American Civil War, the Battle of Gettysburg, were really settling in on that small town in southern Pennsylvania.

WESTMINSTER

Remembering Carroll's statuesque and statue sculptor

KEVIN E. DAYHOFF, KEVINDAYHOFF@GMAIL.COM

Many would be surprised to learn that Blaze Starr, who passed away on June 15, is not the only creative statuesque figure with a Carroll County connection.

WESTMINSTER

Shrine in New Windsor honors site where Methodism got its start

KEVIN E. DAYHOFF, KEVINDAYHOFF@GMAIL.COM

On June 18, 1937, the Strawbridge Shrine Association was formed just outside of New Windsor, where many historians believe the origins of Methodism in America are located.

WESTMINSTER

Study of schools in Carroll provides an interesting education

KEVIN E. DAYHOFF, KEVINDAYHOFF@GMAIL.COM

The first weeks of June are a time when many young adults in Carroll County look forward to the end of the school year and graduation ceremonies.

WESTMINSTER

Memorial Day and memories of native son killed in Vietnam nearly 50 years ago

KEVIN E. DAYHOFF, KEVINDAYHOFF@GMAIL.COM

On May 25, the 148th Carroll County Memorial Day observances in Westminster were once again organized by Carroll Post 31 of the American Legion.

WESTMINSTER

Efforts in Carroll County to build harmony from diversity honored [Eagle Archives]

KEVIN E. DAYHOFF

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WESTMINSTER

Carroll County pays last respects to emergency responder [Eagle Archives]

KEVIN E. DAYHOFF

Friends, family, colleagues and law enforcement officers from throughout the central-Maryland region filled Legacy Hall at the Sykesville Freedom District Volunteer Fire Department recently to pay their last respects to fellow firefighter and EMS provider Robin Flater Chenoweth.

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