July 3rd, 2007
How fortunate we are to celebrate the 4th of July
As we prepare to celebrate another Fourth of July, let us cherish the fact that we live in a country where we can criticize our government and our leaders – in complete safety with our mouths full, the television remote control in one hand and an iPhone in the other.
Perhaps, as we... [Read full story]
City street department walking the streets
07/03/07 By Kevin E. Dayhoff
If you've been out and about in
Recently the Westminster Street Department employees began "trying to do a wellness campaign," and have been walking a mile just before work two days a week, according to Larry Bloom, Westminster's superintendent of Parks, Buildings and Streets.
"We're trying to encourage the employees to be healthier," said Bloom. "Hopefully the city will see a reduction in our health insurance premiums as a result."
"We have a mile course laid out that takes us by city hall and around the playground and back," he said.
Showing off a picture of a grandchild, department employee Butch Duvall said, "hopefully exercise will keep me around longer to watch this little one grow up. Exercise helps; gives ya more energy for the day and wakes the body up. I ain't gettin' no younger."
Bubba Strawsburg, too, said he wanted "to get in shape," but coworker John Robertson Sr. rolled his eyes and said, "Some of 'em jog."
Bloom said members of the department would like to walk three days a week, but right now it's two.
Another employee, who asked not to be identified, said
When reached for an explanation, Wolf pledged that she's "going to do it too," but hasn't been able to work it in her schedule.
She also said she usually walks with her dog and the dog would be annoyed if she walked without it.
But one employee responded that Wolf's dog, too, "is welcome to join us."
The
A stage at the museum will feature local entertainment throughout the day, including:... [Read full story]
Westminster firefighter has served for 30 years
By -- Kevin E. Dayhoff
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Members of the Westminster Fire Department last week took a moment to honor one of their own, Mike Glass, a career engineer who is celebrating 30 years of service.
As firefighters gathered around over sandwiches and ice cream cake,
Leave 'Boom! Ahhhhhhhh!' to fireworks professionals
Editorial
Even though this week's edition of The Eagle is dated for July 4, we're being delivered a day early this week so that we can help the U.S. Postal Service rest easy and enjoy Independence Day.
Plus, it's gives us another chance to remind our readers of the Old-Fashioned Fourth of July C... [Read full story]
Police hope Fourth will simply sparkle
Officials remind that fireworks are illegal
After a summer season that has already seen a steady number of calls for fireworks complaints, the Carroll County Sheriff's Office is reminding residents to stay legal, and safe, when it comes to fireworks displays.
"They're used for celebrations and w... [Read full story]
Common Ground is revealed in music, art
Before the Civil War, more than 200 bands and community ensembles hooted and tooted their way across
"That was the only way people could get music," explains Michael, who is himself a vocalist and multi-instrumentalist considered a virtuoso on both hammered dulcimer and guitar.
Now, of course, we have almost infinite listening options, but until the 20th century playing together ... [Read full story]
Patriotic duty is a joy for Freeman
Dottie Freeman loves the Fourth of July because of everything it represents -- patriotism, unity and freedom.
But what she really loves is hosting several thousand people at the annual Independence Day celebration at the
Freeman has served as the administrator of the farm museum for 17 years. A lifelong county resident, Freeman says her grandparents taught her lessons and values that have evolved into a kind of philosophy that she employs in managing the facility.
"My grandmother believed that you should welcome everyone with, 'Come in, sit down ... [Read full story]
Remembering days of war and diplomas
It was the best of times, it was the worst of times.
But when members of the Westminster High School Class of 1942 gathered recently to celebrate their 65th class reunion, most could only remember the good times they shared together -- rather than the tough times that
Carroll Community College celebrates the Class of 2007
Kolat works with next generation of wrestlers
Hampstead resident seeks return to Olympics
Cary Kolat realized his personal dream when he earned a spot on the 2000
While he was disappointed with his ninth-place finish at the Sydney Olympics, Kolat didn't let the lack of a medal keep him away from the sport he has loved since childhood.
Now, the Hampstead resident helps others in their quest to become better wrestlers, while still keeping alive his dream of a return Olympic trip to the 2008 Beijing Games.
Kolat holds a resume that would be the envy of most wrestlers. During his high school career at Jeff... [Read full story]
Trouble with summer TV is the networks aren't creative enough
It's summertime, and with the sultry weather and backyard barbecues comes another sign of the season:
Summer replacement shows on TV.
In recent years the networks have actually tried to bring us something other than the usual endless hot-weather reruns -- mostly because research showed that nobo... [Read full story]
Rags to Riches won the battle of the sexes, but can Clinton?
That filly was entitled to give the six colts in the Belmont Stakes, the third jewel in the Triple Crown, a big horse laugh for her stellar victory.
For not since that nationally televised tennis match between the flamboyant, chauvinistic Bobby Riggs and Billy Jean King in 1973 can I recall anothe...
Dang the torpedoes, it was full speed ahead for Dad and I
Any date that evokes a patriotic sensibility -- July 4, Dec. 7 or the like -- I find most fascinating, particularly when reading columns from people who have never served in the armed forces. They can't write from personal experience, so they try to finesse around an obvious informational gap.
Any... [Read full story]
Community Calendar Wednesday, July 04
Grace Fellowship Chapel,
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Maryland Ensemble Theatre's Fun Company will present the play, "Snow White & the Seven Dwarfs Re-invented," on stage at the
