Carroll News

12/09/2025

87 year old Union Bridge resident Jim Osborn says he needs a website, but doesn’t know much about computers. He owns a farm and operates a business that involves collecting horse manure to fertilize his fields...“I never will ‘retire’ as long as I’m able.” by Amanda Milewski, photography by Nikola Tzenov

by Amanda Milewski, photography by Nikola Tzenov He’s 87, and he needs a website. He doesn’t know much about computers and certainly nothing about creating a website, but he acknowledges the internet is where his potential customers are. He’s motivated to meet them there. Union Bridge resident...

11/09/2025

Carroll County has officially welcomed Susan Krebs as the newest commissioner for District 5 September 11 during a Board of Commissioners open session. Appointed by Governor Wes Moore following her nomination by the Carroll County Republican Central Committee, Krebs took the oath of office today to complete the term of outgoing Commissioner Ed Rothstein...

by Staff Writer Carroll County has officially welcomed Susan Krebs as the newest commissioner for District 5 on Thursday, September 11 during a Board of Commissioners open session. Appointed by Governor Wes Moore following her nomination by the Carroll County Republican Central Committee, Krebs took...

11/09/2025

Garrett Hoover, President and Chief Operating Officer of Carroll Hospital, has announced his plans to retire later this year, concluding an impressive 38-year career in healthcare leadership. Hoover also serves as senior vice president at LifeBridge Health, Carroll Hospital’s parent organization, and has been instrumental in advancing the hospital’s mission since joining in March 2020...

by Staff Writer Garrett Hoover, President and Chief Operating Officer of Carroll Hospital, has announced his plans to retire later this year, concluding an impressive 38-year career in healthcare leadership. Hoover also serves as senior vice president at LifeBridge Health, Carroll Hospital’s paren...

10/09/2025

Carroll County’s beauty scene is getting a fresh new glow as Bitty Beauty Bar officially opens its doors in Manchester. The boutique salon, founded by local entrepreneur Lora Bittinger, will host its grand opening and ribbon cutting ceremony on September 19 followed by a vendor showcase...

by Staff Writer Carroll County’s beauty scene is getting a fresh new glow as Bitty Beauty Bar officially opens its doors in Manchester. The boutique salon, founded by local entrepreneur Lora Bittinger, will host its grand opening and ribbon cutting ceremony on Friday, September 19, 2025, at 2965 M...

10/09/2025

Carroll County residents with bucket lists say that having a bucket list allows them to get lost in the adventure of personal exploration. Earlier this year, Finksburg resident Scott Blecman watched his grandfather fulfill a bucket-list item days before his 100th birthday when he threw out the opening pitch for the Orioles baseball game..

by Lois Szymanski Everybody gets lost from time to time. Several Carroll residents with bucket lists say that having a bucket list allows them to get lost in the adventure of personal exploration. Earlier this year, Finksburg resident Scott Blecman watched his grandfather fulfill a bucket-list item....

05/09/2025

The Humane Society of Carroll County (HSCC) hosted Woofstock 2025 on June 21 at Taneytown Memorial Park. As one of HSCC’s key annual fundraisers, the event plays a vital role in supporting the organization's adoption efforts and essential animal services for the community. The festival featured pet adoptions, rescue organizations, live demonstrations, food trucks, and live music—all coming together to benefit the mission of HSCC...

The Humane Society of Carroll County (HSCC) hosted Woofstock 2025 on June 21 at Taneytown Memorial Park. As one of HSCC’s key annual fundraisers, the event plays a vital role in supporting the organization's adoption efforts and essential animal services for the community. The festival featured pe...

05/09/2025

In a show of commitment to local economic growth and workforce readiness, the Carroll County Board of Commissioners officially proclaimed September as National Workforce Development Month during an open session held Thursday, September 4. The announcement was made in partnership with Carroll County Workforce Development and Carroll County Economic Development...

by Staff Writer In a show of commitment to local economic growth and workforce readiness, the Carroll County Board of Commissioners officially proclaimed September as National Workforce Development Month during an open session held Thursday, September 4. The announcement was made in partnership with...

04/09/2025

Carroll County officials will host a solemn remembrance ceremony on Thursday, September 11, 2025, to mark the 24th anniversary of the September 11 terrorist attacks. The event will take place at 8:30 a.m. at the Carroll County Public Safety Training Center (PSTC), located at 50 Kate Wagner Road in Westminster... https://carroll.news/carroll-county-9-11-ceremony-honors-heroes-and-victims/

03/09/2025

From 1965 to 1973, more than 58,000 Americans were killed during the Vietnam War. Of that number, 17 Carroll County residents were killed in action. From Oct. 9-13, 2025, the Vietnam Traveling Memorial Wall, measuring 6 feet tall at its center and 300 feet from end to end, will be available for viewing at the New Windsor Fire Department grounds...

by Adrian Banks From 1965 to 1973, more than 58,000 Americans were killed during the Vietnam War. Of that number, 17 Carroll County residents were killed in action. One is still missing in action, and one was a prisoner of war. In 1982, the Vietnam Veterans Memorial, inscribed with the names of fall...

02/09/2025

AI is transforming classrooms, but Maryland schools still await clear guidelines. A University of Maryland professor says we have to adapt. Maryland educators and policymakers grapple with how to integrate it responsibly. Student board member Brayden Morgan, a senior in Anne Arundel County, believes schools must adapt quickly. “We have to stay up to date...”

by Staff Writer, story by William J. Ford, marylandmatters.org Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly becoming a fixture in classrooms across Maryland, prompting educators and policymakers to grapple with how to integrate it responsibly. Student board member Brayden Morgan, a senior in Anne Arundel...

29/08/2025

Westminster’s Carroll Lutheran Village-An LSMMD Community senior living community welcomed a new executive director. Renee Garvin has spent 30 years in the senior living and health care industries. As the senior living industry continues to evolve, with many older adults living more active lives, Garvin is excited about what’s ahead for Carroll Lutheran Village and her team of more than 300 staff members...by Kym Byrnes, photography by Nikola Tzenov

by Kym Byrnes, photography by Nikola Tzenov This past spring, Westminster’s Carroll Lutheran Village senior living community welcomed a new executive director. Renee Garvin has spent 30 years in the senior living and health care industries, most recently serving as the leader of an organization in...

27/08/2025

Sykesville Pride Day was held on June 14 on Main Street in Sykesville. The day celebrated diversity and acceptance with vendors, performances and more. Photography by Nikola Tzenov

Sykesville Pride Day was held on June 14 on Main Street in Sykesville. The day celebrated diversity and acceptance with vendors, performances and more. – photography by Nikola Tzenov Theresa-Gambino-Christina-Dembiec Theresa Gambino, Christina Dembiec Julia-Zetlmeisl-Jeremy-Scott Julia Zetlmeisl, ...