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The turn of the calendar to a new year often makes people think about losing weight, dieting and getting in shape. We as...
12/23/2025

The turn of the calendar to a new year often makes people think about losing weight, dieting and getting in shape. We asked the experts about the hype, and they all agree: The best way to real health and wellness — involves a long-term commitment to exercise. “Lifetime fitness and wellness is a journey, not a quick, temporary fix,” explains Tara Spicer-Bartolain, a kinesiologist and lecturer at McDaniel College.

by Linda L. Esterson, photography by Nikola Tzenov The turn of the calendar to a new year often makes people think about losing weight, dieting and getting in shape. We’re bombarded with so-called assurances of a bikini body in 30 days or fad diets to help us lose 10 pounds in only a week, reinfor...

Shamrock Farm, founded in 1948 by Pittsburgh Steelers owner Art Rooney and run for nearly a half-century by legendary Ca...
12/19/2025

Shamrock Farm, founded in 1948 by Pittsburgh Steelers owner Art Rooney and run for nearly a half-century by legendary Carroll County horseman Jim Steele, is set for a second life as a state-of-the-art training facility viewed as a cornerstone of a larger overhaul designed to revitalize Maryland’s horse racing industry.

by Bob Blubaugh, photography by Nikola Tzenov Numerous rails and more than a few posts are missing from the fence surrounding historic Shamrock Farm in Woodbine. The outbuildings show significant signs of age, unsurprising given that the thoroughbred breeding farm was established shortly after World...

High school sports coverage is the new reality at the Community Media Center of Carroll County, where public-access tele...
12/16/2025

High school sports coverage is the new reality at the Community Media Center of Carroll County, where public-access television has evolved into a hub for local storytelling. Under CEO Richard Turner’s leadership, CMC has transformed from a traditional public-access station into a multimedia platform connecting the county’s residents through the stories that matter most to them.

by Kym Byrnes, photography by Nikola Tzenov In a cold winter evening in a Carroll County high school gym, the bleachers are filled with cheers as the basketball game reaches its final quarter. Cameras capture every fast break, free throw and buzzer-beater, while commentary flows from a makeshift bro...

Thanks to an exciting $1,000,000 federal earmark pushed through by Congressman Johnny Olszewski and Senator Chris Van Ho...
12/15/2025

Thanks to an exciting $1,000,000 federal earmark pushed through by Congressman Johnny Olszewski and Senator Chris Van Hollen, VIP has officially launched a capital campaign to raise $5 million for a future Freedom Center Campus to be built somewhere near Westminster.

by Josh Kohn On a bitterly cold Thursday evening, December 11, 2025, the Carroll County community gathered in force for a moment that blended celebration, gratitude, and bold vision for the future. Despite temperatures hovering around 20 degrees, an estimated 50 to 75 people attended the Carroll Cou...

At 87, Velma spreads kindness everywhere she goes. Many know Velma Green through her work at The Shepherd’s Staff, but o...
12/12/2025

At 87, Velma spreads kindness everywhere she goes. Many know Velma Green through her work at The Shepherd’s Staff, but others may not know how Velma has demonstrated her love and compassion before arriving to work at the Westminster nonprofit.

by Lois Szymanski, photography by Nikola Tzenov Many know Velma Green through her work at The Shepherd’s Staff, but others may not know how Velma has demonstrated her love and compassion before arriving to work at the Westminster nonprofit. At 87, Velma spreads kindness everywhere she goes, includ...

Editor of Carroll Magazine, Kym Byrnes shares her end of year notes on 2025. "The end of the year always seems to come c...
12/10/2025

Editor of Carroll Magazine, Kym Byrnes shares her end of year notes on 2025. "The end of the year always seems to come crashing in with a mix of sparkle and chaos. This year, I’m determined to pause and reflect before the confetti flies."

by Kym Byrnes The end of the year always seems to come crashing in with a mix of sparkle and chaos. Among the holiday gatherings, the deadlines, the shopping, and the unpredictable weather, it’s all I can do to keep up with the glee and the exhaustion of it all. But this year, I’m determined

Dr. Kelly Koermer, Carroll Community College’s vice president of workforce, business, and community education, has gradu...
12/09/2025

Dr. Kelly Koermer, Carroll Community College’s vice president of workforce, business, and community education, has graduated from Leadership Maryland’s Executive Program, joining an elite network of more than 1,600 leaders across the state.

Edited by Shannon Rogers Dr. Kelly Koermer, Carroll Community College’s vice president of workforce, business, and community education, has graduated from Leadership Maryland’s Executive Program, joining an elite network of more than 1,600 leaders across the state. Koermer, a Westminster residen...

Carroll Community College is preparing to welcome hundreds of holiday shoppers to its third Annual Indoor Winter Market,...
12/05/2025

Carroll Community College is preparing to welcome hundreds of holiday shoppers to its third Annual Indoor Winter Market, set for Saturday, December 13, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. This year’s market will feature 75 regional artisans, crafters, and small businesses, offering a wide range of handmade and locally sourced goods.

Edited by Shannon Rogers Carroll Community College is preparing to welcome hundreds of holiday shoppers to its third Annual Indoor Winter Market, set for Saturday, December 13, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. The event has grown steadily since its launch, becoming a seasonal favorite for families looking to s...

Carroll Magazine names Tom Gordon III as 'Person of the Year' 2025. The combination of his approach with his long-standi...
12/05/2025

Carroll Magazine names Tom Gordon III as 'Person of the Year' 2025. The combination of his approach with his long-standing support of nonprofits, his advocacy for small businesses, and his willingness to move forward initiatives that benefit well-known and often-marginalized parts of the community.

by Kym Byrnes, photography by Nikola Tzenov Politics in America today can feel exhausting. Public discourse has grown combative, and too many elected officials seem more interested in scoring points or tearing others down than in listening, collaborating, or finding shared ground. It shouldn’t be ...

As winter settles in, Carroll County comes alive with the joyful sounds of the season. From the shimmering tones of hand...
12/05/2025

As winter settles in, Carroll County comes alive with the joyful sounds of the season. From the shimmering tones of handbells to the rich harmonies of choirs and orchestras, local musicians are ready to spread holiday cheer across churches, campuses, and community stages.

by Adrian Banks As winter settles in, Carroll County comes alive with the joyful sounds of the season. From the shimmering tones of handbells to the rich harmonies of choirs and orchestras, local musicians are ready to spread holiday cheer across churches, campuses, and community stages. These local...

From towering firs to perfectly plump spruces, tree farms across the county are brimming with evergreens just waiting to...
12/02/2025

From towering firs to perfectly plump spruces, tree farms across the county are brimming with evergreens just waiting to come home and sparkle with lights. Grab your mittens, tighten your scarf, and let the hunt for the perfect tree begin. By Adrian Banks

Compiled by Adrian Banks The air is crisp, the cocoa’s warm, and the scent of pine is calling, it must be December in Carroll County! It’s that wonderful time of year when families pile into cars, cue up the holiday playlist, and set out on a grand adventure to find this season’s Christmas tre...

As the holiday season arrives on the heels of federal shutdowns, delayed SNAP benefits, and rising food insecurity, Carr...
12/01/2025

As the holiday season arrives on the heels of federal shutdowns, delayed SNAP benefits, and rising food insecurity, Carroll County is doing what it does best, taking care of its own. Local businesses, independent shops, restaurants, and nonprofits across the county are stepping up in creative, powerful ways to make sure families don’t face the holidays hungry or alone.

by Shannon RogersAs the holiday season arrives on the heels of federal shutdowns, delayed SNAP benefits, and rising food insecurity, Carroll County is doing what it does best, taking care of its own. Local businesses, independent shops, restaurants, and nonprofits across the county are step...

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