‘Angels in America’ Debut at Maryland Ensemble Theatre February 10

Maryland Ensemble Theatre presents Angels in America Part 1: Millennium Approaches by Tony Kushner debuting February 10 - March 5.

FREDERICK, MD (1/6/23) - In the mid-1980s, amid the AIDS crisis and a conservative Reagan administration, New Yorkers grapple with life and death, love and sex, heaven and hell in this Pulitzer Prize-winning play.

ByOUT40January 22, 20230Comments

Politic. Street Talk

An Evening with the Frederick Police Department: Special Response Team

The Frederick Police Department Chief's Community Advisory Board (CCAB) is comprised of over 50 Frederick residents, policemen, community and religious leaders who convene quarterly to maintain a continual conversation around law enforcement and city policing. In each session, the group is tasked with discussing policing trends and are given the opportunity to vote on their…

ByOUT40January 22, 20230Comments

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FHS Students Rally Support for New Black Student Union

The halls of Frederick High School were buzzing with excitement on Friday as students came together to kickstart a new chapter in their school's history: the establishment of a Black Student Union (BSU). Driven by a desire to create a more inclusive and supportive environment, students took the initiative to form the BSU and were met with an impressive outpouring of support from their peers and community leaders alike.

ByOUT40December 19, 20220Comments

Politic. Street Talk

Duckett Sworn in as First African-American Elected to County Government

Carrying the Bible belonging to the late Alderman William “Bill” Hall, Kavonte Duckett graced the stage on Monday to be sworn into Frederick County Council as the first elected African-American in Frederick County government.

ByOUT40December 8, 20220Comments

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Kanye West Spotted at Frederick Restaurant

Celebrity rapper, Kanye West posed for a picture with Matsutake Restaurant staff while dining today.

ByOUT40November 28, 20220Comments

Day in the life Inspiration Politic. Street Talk

Kavonte Duckett, First African-American to Win County Council Seat

“It is a surreal moment. Frederick County is celebrating 275 years of history next year, and to be the first – I would have never thought it,” Duckett said Tuesday night. “But I’m glad that I am in this position and I hope to bring a number of folks up behind me so that we…

ByOUT40November 18, 20220Comments

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“What If?” Frederick Community Engagement

The City of Frederick is excited to announce the inaugural “What If?” Frederick community engagement event invite all of our community members join the story of shaping our bright future by bringing your ideas to a community gathering to connect with leaders and for future projects. This event is an opportunity to connect directly with government…

ByOUT40November 15, 20220Comments

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AARCH Hosts Public Art Workshop for New Downtown Landmark

The Frederick community is invited to a Public Art Design Workshop to learn about and provide feedback on plans for a new sculptural landmark for North Market Street. The workshop is organized by Downtown Frederick Partnership and African American Resources – Cultural Heritage Society of Frederick County (AARCH Society).

ByOUT40November 10, 20220Comments

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Tale of The Lion: Re-Airing at the MET

"Until the story of the hunt is told by the lion, the tale of the hunt will always glorify the hunter." #AfricanProverb In 2018, The Tale of the Lion : Our Stories , Our Voices originally aired at the Weinberg Center. on Saturday, November 12th, the Maryland Ensemble Theatre will be re-airing the film alongside AARCH…

ByOUT40November 10, 20220Comments

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Frederick Housing Authority Awaiting Approval for Lucas Village Demolition

Key Takeaways: Lucas Village will be demolished and rebuilt pending Section 18 application approval from the Department of Housing and Urban Development. Approval can take anywhere from 3 months to 2 years. Residents will be given vouchers to find alternative housing but will have the "first right to come back" once the development is rebuilt…

ByOUT40October 21, 20220Comments