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Wednesday, November 21, 2012

William Frank Luebberman, 66, of Sykesville


By Kevin E. Dayhoff, November 20, 2012

Local firefighter and former Sykesville Volunteer Fire Department Chief William “Mr. Bill” Frank Luebberman, 66, of Sykesville, died last Sunday, Nov. 18 at the Carroll Dove House in Westminster.

The news of the death of the talented and popular life member of Sykesville Freedom District Fire Department spread quickly through the Carroll County emergency response community.

According to his obituary on the Haight Funeral Home website, Mr. Bill was born July 6, 1946 in Annapolis. He was the son of William E. and Betty Metzger Luebberman of Westminster.

He was the husband of Elizabeth "Libby" Luebberman of Sykesville.

For many years, he had been a part time instructor for MFRI. He retired from the Baltimore County Fire Department in 1994 and became the training ground manager for the Carroll County Volunteer Emergency Service Association.

Mr. Bill and his wife, Libby, are institutions in the firefighting annals of Carroll County. Libby became the very first female to qualify to ride the emergency apparatus in Sykesville and in the county and one of the first in the state - in 1972.

Shortly after he passed away, the Westminster Fire Engine and Hose Co. No. 1 put on its Facebook page, “Carroll County Fire Service lost a great man this evening! RIP Mr. Bill Luebberman, you will be missed. Sending up prayers for Mrs. Libby and all the members of the fire service who he touched. Always a smile and a hug... What a great man…”

Westminster Mayor Kevin Utz wrote on his Facebook page, “Many lives were touched, saved, and healed (by) Mr Bill Luebberman … because of his dedicated service, training and NATIONWIDE network of fire and EMS providers who learned from him…

“Bill you were a true HERO to me. (Y)ou will be sadly missed. Mrs. Libby my family's thoughts and prayers (are) with you, and your family and colleagues around the region.”

The Sykesville Volunteer Fire Department website lamented, “We mourn the loss of a former chief, leader, teacher and mentor. Our thoughts and prayers are with Bill’s wife Libby, and all who called Mr. Bill friend.”

In addition to his wife and parents, Mr. Bill is survived by his sister Shelley Luebberman Steinle and her husband John of Westminster.

Funeral services are scheduled to be held on Saturday at 10:00 a.m. at Haight Funeral Home & Chapel, 6416 Sykesville Rd., Sykesville. Mr. Bill will be buried in the Springfield Cemetery, in Sykesville.

Friends may call at the funeral home on Friday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. The Sykesville Freedom District Fire Department will hold a memorial service at the funeral home on Friday at 8:00 p.m.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Sykesville Freedom District Fire Dept., Attn: Building Fund, P.O. Box 275, Sykesville, MD 21784.

Online condolences may be offered at www.haightfuneralhome.com
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Westminster Firefighter Milton Zepp honored for 50 years of service



Westminster Fire Engine and Hose Co. No. 1 volunteer firefighter Milton Zepp was honored at the November 7, 2012 monthly company meeting for 50 years of service.

Westminster Mayor Kevin Utz, in this photo at the far left, read a mayoral proclamation and thanked Mr. Zepp, to the right of Mayor Utz, in the yellow shirt.

Westminster Fire Department President Bob Cumberland is pictured here to the right of Mr. Zepp.

Fire Department historian Joe Ebaugh is pictured at the podium with Tim Bangerd looking on. Photo by Kevin Dayhoff
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Kevin Dayhoff is an artist - and a columnist for:

Twitter: https://twitter.com/kevindayhoffTwitpic: http://twitpic.com/photos/kevindayhoff
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Tuesday, November 20, 2012

Eagle Archive: Recalling when a Bull Moose 'Teddy' charged through Westminster

Eagle Archive: Recalling when a Bull Moose 'Teddy' charged through Westminster



Eagle Archive: Recalling when a Bull Moose 'Teddy' charged through Westminster

In this 1912 photo by Philip Myers, former President Teddy Roosevelt delivers a campaign speech from the front of the American Sentinel newspaper office in Westminster. (Historical photo by Philip Myers / November 17, 2012)

By Kevin E. Dayhoff November 17, 2012

Presidential election politics are over for 2012 (well, sort of), but we can still recall local history related to our nation's chief executives. For instance, the Nov. 15, 1964, edition of the Baltimore Sun's Sunday Magazine carried a story by Philip Myers with the headline, "I Remember … Theodore Roosevelt in Westminster."

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In 1912, Myers was a freshman at then-Western Maryland College — now McDaniel — and one of his hobbies was photography…. http://www.baltimoresun.com/explore/carroll/neighborhoods/westminster/ph-ce-eagle-archive-1118-20121114,0,4694880.story


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Eagle Archive: Recalling when a Bull Moose 'Teddy' charged through Westminster

Eagle Archive: Recalling when a Bull Moose 'Teddy' charged through Westminster



Eagle Archive: Recalling when a Bull Moose 'Teddy' charged through Westminster

In this 1912 photo by Philip Myers, former President Teddy Roosevelt delivers a campaign speech from the front of the American Sentinel newspaper office in Westminster. (Historical photo by Philip Myers / November 17, 2012)

By Kevin E. Dayhoff November 17, 2012

Presidential election politics are over for 2012 (well, sort of), but we can still recall local history related to our nation's chief executives. For instance, the Nov. 15, 1964, edition of the Baltimore Sun's Sunday Magazine carried a story by Philip Myers with the headline, "I Remember … Theodore Roosevelt in Westminster."

[…]

In 1912, Myers was a freshman at then-Western Maryland College — now McDaniel — and one of his hobbies was photography…. http://www.baltimoresun.com/explore/carroll/neighborhoods/westminster/ph-ce-eagle-archive-1118-20121114,0,4694880.story
“Off Track Art” is an artists’ co-op and gallery located in the historic Liberty Building at 11 Liberty Street – next to the railroad tracks, off of the Sentinel parking lot at the corner of West Main St and MD 27-Liberty St - in historic downtown Westminster, Carroll County Maryland. 

Open: Wed-Fri. Noon to 6 PM , Sat. 10 AM - 5 PM. http://offtrackart.blogspot.com/ 
 For news and information on Off Track Art previous to December 15, 2011, you can go to http://kevindayhoffart.blogspot.com/search/label/Art%20Off%20Track%20Art

Angel tree unveiling launches Westminster's Shop With A Cop drive

Angel tree unveiling launches Westminster's Shop With A Cop drive


“Off Track Art” is an artists’ co-op and gallery located in the historic Liberty Building at 11 Liberty Street – next to the railroad tracks, off of the Sentinel parking lot at the corner of West Main St and MD 27-Liberty St - in historic downtown Westminster, Carroll County Maryland. 

Open: Wed-Fri. Noon to 6 PM , Sat. 10 AM - 5 PM. http://offtrackart.blogspot.com/ 
 For news and information on Off Track Art previous to December 15, 2011, you can go to http://kevindayhoffart.blogspot.com/search/label/Art%20Off%20Track%20Art

Remembering the most wonderful time of year for 'Stanta' Claus

Remembering the most wonderful time of year for 'Stanta' Claus


Remembering the most wonderful time of year for 'Stanta' Claus By Kevin Dayhoff, November 20, 2012 Planning for Christmas in Westminster is almost as much a cherished tradition as the holiday itself… http://www.baltimoresun.com/explore/carroll/news/community/ph-ce-remembering-stan-1118-20121119,0,4483663.story

But for many, Christmas 2012 will not quite be the same without Stan Ruchlewicz, the City of Westminster's administrator of economic development and Main Street manager, who died of a heart attack on June 5 at age 56.

During the holiday season, Ruchlewicz was a perennial fixture at the Locust Lane Santa House, serving as "Stanta" Claus to the delight of children and parents alike.

But he was also a driving force behind many of the events that make up the annual Miracle on Main Street activities in Westminster: the parade, the tree lighting and other special events that bring people, businesses and organizations together… http://www.baltimoresun.com/explore/carroll/news/community/ph-ce-remembering-stan-1118-20121119,0,4483663.story


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Google profile: https://profiles.google.com/kevindayhoff/ “Each one should use whatever gift he has received to serve others, faithfully administering God’s grace in its various forms.” 1 Peter 4:10

Remembering the most wonderful time of year for 'Stanta' Claus

Remembering the most wonderful time of year for 'Stanta' Claus


Remembering the most wonderful time of year for 'Stanta' Claus By Kevin Dayhoff, November 20, 2012 Planning for Christmas in Westminster is almost as much a cherished tradition as the holiday itself… http://www.baltimoresun.com/explore/carroll/news/community/ph-ce-remembering-stan-1118-20121119,0,4483663.story

But for many, Christmas 2012 will not quite be the same without Stan Ruchlewicz, the City of Westminster's administrator of economic development and Main Street manager, who died of a heart attack on June 5 at age 56.

During the holiday season, Ruchlewicz was a perennial fixture at the Locust Lane Santa House, serving as "Stanta" Claus to the delight of children and parents alike.

But he was also a driving force behind many of the events that make up the annual Miracle on Main Street activities in Westminster: the parade, the tree lighting and other special events that bring people, businesses and organizations together… http://www.baltimoresun.com/explore/carroll/news/community/ph-ce-remembering-stan-1118-20121119,0,4483663.story


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Saturday, November 17, 2012

Carroll County Times: Westminster holiday events


And for more news and information on Westminster holiday events go to:


November 10, 2012

Small Business Saturday Shopping Extravaganza

What it is: Small Business Saturday takes place one day after Black Friday. It gives shoppers an opportunity to visit Main Street businesses for potential holiday gifts.

When: 10 a.m. Nov. 24 at businesses throughout downtown Westminster
Miracle on Main Street parade

What it is: The annual holiday electric light parade features floats from area businesses and nonprofits traveling along Pennsylvania Avenue and Main Street.


When: "Miracle on Main Street" airs at 3 p.m. Nov. 24 at the Carroll Arts Center, 91 W. Main St., Westminster. Parade starts at 5 p.m. Nov. 24 Youth activities to follow from 6-8:30 p.m. at the Westminster Family Fitness Center.

Carroll County Arts Council Festival of Wreaths

What: The annual fundraiser will feature wreaths decorated by dozens of area businesses and artists. Each wreath goes to the highest bidder in a weeklong silent auction

When: 10 a.m.-7 p.m. daily Nov. 24-Dec. 1 at the Carroll Arts Center, 91 W. Main St., Westminster

Starlight Shopping

What: Main Street businesses stay open late for a chance to shop for gifts.

When: 5-10 p.m. Dec. 7 at various area downtown Westminster businesses



“Off Track Art” is an artists’ co-op and gallery located in the historic Liberty Building at 11 Liberty Street – next to the railroad tracks, off of the Sentinel parking lot at the corner of West Main St and MD 27-Liberty St - in historic downtown Westminster, Carroll County Maryland. 

Open: Wed-Fri. Noon to 6 PM , Sat. 10 AM - 5 PM. http://offtrackart.blogspot.com/ 
 For news and information on Off Track Art previous to December 15, 2011, you can go to http://kevindayhoffart.blogspot.com/search/label/Art%20Off%20Track%20Art

Carroll County Times: Westminster holiday events


And for more news and information on Westminster holiday events go to:


November 10, 2012

Small Business Saturday Shopping Extravaganza

What it is: Small Business Saturday takes place one day after Black Friday. It gives shoppers an opportunity to visit Main Street businesses for potential holiday gifts.

When: 10 a.m. Nov. 24 at businesses throughout downtown Westminster
Miracle on Main Street parade

What it is: The annual holiday electric light parade features floats from area businesses and nonprofits traveling along Pennsylvania Avenue and Main Street.


When: "Miracle on Main Street" airs at 3 p.m. Nov. 24 at the Carroll Arts Center, 91 W. Main St., Westminster. Parade starts at 5 p.m. Nov. 24 Youth activities to follow from 6-8:30 p.m. at the Westminster Family Fitness Center.

Carroll County Arts Council Festival of Wreaths

What: The annual fundraiser will feature wreaths decorated by dozens of area businesses and artists. Each wreath goes to the highest bidder in a weeklong silent auction

When: 10 a.m.-7 p.m. daily Nov. 24-Dec. 1 at the Carroll Arts Center, 91 W. Main St., Westminster

Starlight Shopping

What: Main Street businesses stay open late for a chance to shop for gifts.

When: 5-10 p.m. Dec. 7 at various area downtown Westminster businesses


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Kevin Dayhoff is an artist - and a columnist for:

Twitter: https://twitter.com/kevindayhoffTwitpic: http://twitpic.com/photos/kevindayhoff
Kevin Dayhoff's The New Bedford Herald: http://kbetrue.livejournal.com/ = www.newbedfordherald.net

Tumblr: Kevin Dayhoff Banana Stems www.kevindayhoff.tumblr.com/
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E-mail: kevindayhoff(at)gmail.com
My http://www.explorecarroll.com/ columns appear in the copy of the Baltimore Sunday Sun that is distributed in Carroll County: https://subscribe.baltsun.com/Circulation/
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Thursday, November 15, 2012

Feeding Frenzy by Joe Steffen November 15, 2012


Feeding Frenzy by Joe Steffen November 15, 2012






I’ve spent the past two or so days watching – and, to a degree – chuckling over the feeding frenzy that has enveloped the frenzied Maryland GOP in general, and MD GOP Chairman Alex Mooney, in particular.

Let me go on record here to say I know Alex Mooney – not all that well, but from what I do know, I like the guy. That being said…

The feeding frenzy began with a demand for Alex Mooney’s resignation from the folks over at Red Maryland (http://redmaryland.blogspot.com/2012/11/alex-mooney-must-resign.html). That’s fine, they think Mooney should resign, they should say it – which they did. Following this, however, a few other pieces made it out of the ether and into computer pixels speculating about Mooney’s possible replacements…as though he’d already announced he was, indeed, resigning. What the Hell?

Blood was in the water and the sharks were circling…

Who would replace Alex Mooney? Oh my! Who SHOULD replace Alex Mooney? Oh my, squared! … http://www.globalrhetoric.com/2012/11/15/feeding-frenzy/
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Kevin Dayhoff is an artist - and a columnist for:

Twitter: https://twitter.com/kevindayhoffTwitpic: http://twitpic.com/photos/kevindayhoff
Kevin Dayhoff's The New Bedford Herald: http://kbetrue.livejournal.com/ = www.newbedfordherald.net

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E-mail: kevindayhoff(at)gmail.com
My http://www.explorecarroll.com/ columns appear in the copy of the Baltimore Sunday Sun that is distributed in Carroll County: https://subscribe.baltsun.com/Circulation/
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Sunday, November 11, 2012

Good morning Happy Birthday Marine Corps & Veterans Day from Grace Lutheran .

Carrie's Kitchen visits a hearth cooking class at the Carroll County Farm Museum



Hearth Cooking
CARRIE'S KITCHEN
Carrie's Kitchen visits a hearth cooking class at the Carroll County Farm Museum.

For the recipe that accompanies this video please visit
http://www.carrollcountytimes.com/carrieskitchen


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Kevin Dayhoff is an artist - and a columnist for:
Twitter: https://twitter.com/kevindayhoffTwitpic: http://twitpic.com/photos/kevindayhoff
Kevin Dayhoff's The New Bedford Herald: http://kbetrue.livejournal.com/ = www.newbedfordherald.net

Tumblr: Kevin Dayhoff Banana Stems www.kevindayhoff.tumblr.com/
Smurfs: http://babylonfluckjudd.blogspot.com/
Google profile: https://profiles.google.com/kevindayhoff/

E-mail: kevindayhoff(at)gmail.com
My http://www.explorecarroll.com/ columns appear in the copy of the Baltimore Sunday Sun that is distributed in Carroll County: https://subscribe.baltsun.com/Circulation/
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McDaniel Homecoming 2012 & Stadium Dedication




McDaniel formally dedicates expanded $8 million Gill Stadium

November 5, 2012

McDaniel College in Westminster this week dedicated its new Kenneth R. Gill Stadium.


The $8-million-plus, two-story brick and concrete stadium will be home to Green Terror football, women's field hockey, men's and women's lacrosse and men's and women's track and field, in addition to special events.

The project includes a new campus entrance and roadway on West Main Street. The architect is Marshall Craft Associates of Baltimore and contractor is Manekin Construction of Columbia… http://www.baltimoresun.com/explore/carroll/news/ph-ce-newsbriefs-1104-20121105,0,3045633.story


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