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February 9, 2010

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STORM 2010: Baltimore Gas and Electric restoring power in wake of storm

As of Monday morning, 130 remain without power in Carroll County

Posted 2/08/10 by Carroll Eagle, Eldersburg Eagle, Westminster Eagle

STORM 2010: Carroll County Public Schools closed Tuesday

Budget hearing is also postponed

Posted 2/07/10 by Carroll Eagle, Eldersburg Eagle, Westminster Eagle

STORM 2010: County officials urge residents to stay off roads

Landfills closed Saturday; too much snow for Sledfest

Posted 2/06/10 by Carroll Eagle, Eldersburg Eagle, Westminster Eagle

Cycling and recycling at bicycle expo

Bikes for the World among attractions at Feb. 14 swap

Posted 2/06/10 by Carroll Eagle, Westminster Eagle

just in

Sykesville council meeting canceled

Posted 2/08/10 by Carroll Eagle, Eldersburg Eagle

'When I was imprisoned ... you visited me'

Posted 2/07/10 by Carroll Eagle, Westminster Eagle

Equipment proposed for Sykesville tower deemed safe

Posted 2/05/10 by Carroll Eagle, Eldersburg Eagle

Police investigate shooting in Westminster

Posted 2/02/10 by Carroll Eagle, Westminster Eagle

sports

Competition leaves Knights cheering again

Posted 2/01/10 by Eldersburg Eagle, Carroll Eagle, Westminster Eagle

Squeals on Wheels

Posted 1/31/10 by Carroll Eagle, Eldersburg Eagle, Westminster Eagle

Booster clubs hope to put proposed cuts off track

Posted 1/24/10 by Carroll Eagle, Eldersburg Eagle, Westminster Eagle

Free income tax assistance available at senior centers

Posted 1/17/10 by Carroll Eagle, Eldersburg Eagle, Westminster Eagle

entertainment

Winters Mill takes giant step at dance showcase

Posted 1/17/10 by Carroll Eagle, Westminster Eagle

Rocking your world ... or at least Carroll County

Posted 1/17/10 by Carroll Eagle, Eldersburg Eagle, Westminster Eagle

10 Days 01-03

Posted 1/03/10 by Carroll Eagle, Eldersburg Eagle, Westminster Eagle

Santa Claus is coming to town

Posted 12/14/09 by Carroll Eagle, Westminster Eagle

education

Essays honored at McDaniel College's celebration of King

Posted 2/07/10 by Carroll Eagle, Westminster Eagle, Eldersburg Eagle

Weekend closures and cancellations

Posted 2/05/10 by Carroll Eagle, Eldersburg Eagle, Westminster Eagle

Reception held for McDaniel president-elect

Posted 2/03/10 by Carroll Eagle, Westminster Eagle

Open house at community college on President's Day

Posted 1/31/10 by Carroll Eagle

business

Appeals board overturns limit on Liberty Exchange gas station operation

Posted 2/01/10 by Carroll Eagle, Eldersburg Eagle

CATS' summit on transportation issues in Carroll

Posted 1/31/10 by Carroll Eagle, Eldersburg Eagle, Westminster Eagle

County to hold hearing on construction code changes

Posted 1/31/10 by Carroll Eagle

Board of Zoning Appeals overturns restrictions at Liberty Exchange

Posted 1/28/10 by Carroll Eagle, Eldersburg Eagle, Westminster Eagle

community

Worship Notes

Posted 2/07/10 by Carroll Eagle, Eldersburg Eagle, Westminster Eagle

Remembering how we used to celebrate the best care anywhere

Posted 1/31/10 by Carroll Eagle

Wii all know now not to get Mii started on video games

Posted 1/31/10 by Carroll Eagle, Eldersburg Eagle, Westminster Eagle

Hampstead Scout honored for act of heroism

Posted 1/31/10 by Carroll Eagle

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    This Week's Events

    A sampling of seminars, fundraisers and concerts in Carroll County.



    Saturday 02-06

    Weekend breakfast The Church of the Ascension, 23 N. Court St., Westminster, will host an all-you-can-eat pancake breakfast Saturday, 6:30-10:30 a.m. Call 410-848-3251.

    Underground info North Carroll Library, 2255 Hanover Pike, Greenmount, will host, "Show Way and the Underground Railroad," on Saturday at 11 a.m., for ages 7-11. Celebrate Black History Month by listening to stories of the Underground Railroad. Listen to Jacqueline Woodson's book, "Show Way," and create a quilt block artwork with paper.

    My Union Valentine Union Bridge Fire Company, West Locust Street, Union Bridge, will host a Valentine's Dance for those 21 and over on Saturday, 8 p.m.-midnight. Dance to the music of the group Sticktime. Admission $15 and includes beer, soda and setups. Call 410-775-7780.

    McCutcheon in Common Common Ground on the Hill will present folk singer, song writer and dulcimer artist John McCutcheon in concert Saturday, 8 p.m., at the Carroll County Arts Center, 91 W. Main St., Westminster. Tickets $19 adults, $17 for seniors and students with ID. For tickets or details, call 410-857-2771.

    Blue Saturday Annapolis Bluegrass Coalition will be featured when Zion United Methodist Church, 2716 Old Washington Road, Westminster, hosts the fifth of its series of First Saturday Night Bluegrass Music sessions Saturday, 7-9 p.m., in the social hall. A free-will offering will be taken, and there will be refreshments available. Call 410-795-3585 or 410-857-4444.

    Sunday 02-07

    Chicks in art The multimedia art installation, "Artchicks: Gathering," will open on Sunday with a reception, 2 to 4 p.m., in the Gallery in the Scott Center, Carroll Community College, 1601 Washington Road, Westminster. Free. For details, including gallery hours, call Maggie Ball at 410-386-8256. The show runs through March 19.

    Monday 02-08

    Steppin' out Piedmont Pacers Walking Volkssport Club, a group that promotes walking as exercise, meets Monday, at 7:30 p.m. at the Church of the Ascension, 23 N. Court St., Westminster. Call 410-795-7855.

    Tuesday 02-09

    Uniform information "Civil War Uniforms" will be the subject of the next Boxed Lunch Talk hosted by the Historical Society of Carroll County, Tuesday, noon to 1 p.m. During the Civil War, Union Army soldiers wore an array of uniforms. Dr. Howard Lanham will describe the various uniforms and their impact on later American military uniforms. Held at the American Legion Carroll Post, corner of Green and Sycamore streets, Westminster. Cost is $1 for HSCC members; $4 for non-members. Bring a lunch, or buy lunch at the Legion by calling 410-857-7953 by 11:30 a.m., to place an order. Dessert and beverages provided. Call 410-848-6494 for details.


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