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House of the Week – 02/13/17

  • MLS® #: FR9853765
  • 10195 Crestview Dr
  • FREDERICK, MD 21702
  • $245,000
  • 3 Beds, 1½ Bath, 1272 SqFt, 0.46 Acres
  • Residential
  • Office:Real Estate Teams, LLC

This home features 3 bedrooms and one and a half bathrooms. It is nestled in a quiet, established neighborhood with a rural setting and mountain views. Only a ten-minute drive to Frederick or Thurmont and close to shopping and restaurants. Plenty of great features such as ornamental ponds, a fire pit, freshly painted interior, converted carport and sun-drenched rooms.

See the full listing here.

 

Triple Treat – Eclipse, Comet, & Full Moon ALL Tonight!

Tonight in the skies above we are in for triple treat! We will be able to see a “penumbral” lunar eclipse, a full “snow” moon — and the flyby of Comet 45P.

The penumbral eclipse is when the outer shadow of the Earth blocks part, but not all of the sun’s rays from reaching the moon, making it appear slightly darker than usual. The exact moment of the penumbral eclipse is 7:43 p.m.

The ‘snow’ moon will be in full force this evening.  According to the Farmers’ Almanac, full moon names date back to Native Americans.

After the eclipse, you will be able to see Comet 45P.  According to NASA, this comet has been visible after sunset for the past two months with binoculars and telescopes. Around 3 a.m. on Saturday, Comet 45P makes its closest approach to Earth when it will be 7.4 million miles away.  The comet will be visable in the east.  Look for a bright blue-green “head” with a tail.

By:  Dianah Gibson

Fat Shaming Has To STOP!

I watched the half time show during the Super Bowl on Sunday along with 117 million others.  I thought Lady Gaga was amazing. One of the best halftime shows EVER! Many others agree with that statement.

But there are some that think Lady Gaga looked less than ‘fit’ or ‘skinny’ and now are taking to social media to express their feelings.  When did this type of ‘fat shaming’ ever become acceptable?

As a mother of an 18 year old daughter, I would have a serious problem if this EVER happened to her.

Enough is enough! STOP THE FAT SHAMING NOW. Everyone is beautiful in their own unique way.

Here is the post going around social media. How do you feel about it?

Lady Gaga did respond to these online posts by saying, “I’m proud of my body and you should be proud of yours too”.

By:  Dianah Gibson

Critical Power Storm Center 2/9 6:20AM

Frederick County Public Schools – two hour delay – AM PreK and CTC end 1 hour late, PM CTC starts 1 hour late

(Update)

Washington County Schools – 2 hour delay

Carroll County Schools CLOSED (Updated Status)

Howard County  Schools – 2 hour delay

St. John’s Catholic Prep High School – 2 hour delay

New Life Christian Schools – two hour delay

Frederick Christian Academy – opening at 10AM

Maryland School for the Deaf – 2 hour delay

Mother Seton School – Emmitsburg – 2 hour delay

St. Maria Goretti High School – 2 hour delay

Trinity School of Frederick – 2hour delay

Friends Meeting School – 2hour delay

Fort Detrick – 2 hour delay

Chambersburg Schools – Closed

Fairfield Schools – closed

Green Castle Antrim – Schools Closed

Gettysburg area schools closed – offices open at 10AM, make up day – Friday, February 17th.

Waynesboro Area Schools – closed

Frederick County MD Government office open and on time.

Critical Power Storm Center 2/9/17

Frederick County Public Schools – two hour delay –Gode Green, May re-evaluate

Washington County Schools – 2 hour delay

Carroll County Schools 2 hour delay.

Howard County  Schools – 2hour delay

St. John’s Catholic Prep High School – 2 hour delay

New Life Christian Schools – two hour delay

Frederick Christian Academy – opening at 10AM

Mother Seton School – Emmitsburg – 2 hour delay

Trinity School of Frederick – 2hour delay

Friends Meeting School – 2hour delay

Fort Detrick – 2 hour delay

Chambersburg Schools – Closed

Fairfield Schools – closed

Green Castle Antrim – Schools Closed

Gettysburg area schools closed – offices open at 10 AM, make up day – Friday, February 17th.

Waynesboro Area Schools – closed

“This Is Us” cast surprises fans watching the show

Let me paint you a mental picture. You are watching your favorite show, let’s say it is This is Us and you get a knock at your door. You open it. Boom! The star of the show is there! This isn’t fiction. It is a video you watch below this text.

Remember the radio version of this story isn’t left to luck. You can meet any of your favorite WFRE DJs by going to our live broadcasts. Just check out our calendar for the wheres and whens.

The Tweet

M.Stein Tux Fitting and More Wedding Plans DONE!

Hi guys!!!

The tux fitting for Tim and his groomsmen and our dads went so well! We set up a full spread of food and drinks at our house and all 7 of his guys in the bridal party showed up! All you have to say is party with food and beer and they weren’t missing it! The entire fitting was the easiest part of anything we’ve done wedding related so far!

Darryl from M.Stein Tuxedos came in and we started going over final colors and choices for our wedding. All of the guys go to see the “steel gray” suits that they will be wearing with the Tiffany blue ties and pocket squares. Then, the appointment flew by and after an hour Darryl was done! He had the guys all come up one by one and in a few quick motions, he had each one sized! THATS IT! No waiting around at a tux shop, or driving far to get somewhere…the guys got to chill at our house, have fun, eat yummy sandwiches, chips, dips and for a few seconds, step away from the party to get sized. Plus, it was a good excuse for them to all get together. Super painless. The best part is, they don’t even have to go anywhere to pick them up. M.Stein drop off and picks up all the suits for free!!! woo!

In the last two weeks, we have also met with the woman that handles the music during the ceremony at the church. That was also really fun to do! Hearing and choosing the wedding marches made me want to “test out” my walk down the aisle 😉 but I didnt…. haha. We decided to do some of the music on the piano and some on the organ, which just sounds so incredible!

Did I tell you that my flowers are all set, too?! That was a huge relief! I can’t wait to see them! I mainly did white roses, light pink roses, and hot pink flowers. Definitely want that summery feel to compliment the bridesmaids blue gowns.  For the guys, hot and light pink boutonnieres 🙂

The LAST BIG thing that I’m working on is invitations. My goal is to order them this week so I have plenty of time to get them together and sent out in April. It’s hard to decide whether or not to save a little money and order them from a wedding invite website or just to seek a professional and have them do it all, but paying out the wazoooo.

So far, I’ve been pretty lucky with no drama (knock on wood) I know it can get crazy when you get down to the last few months and people bug you about not getting a date to bring, or picky about where they sit, or anything! I’m sure i’ll hear about it all, just like every other bride, but we will deal with it as it comes.

Oh! I’m looking for creative wedding favors! I’d love your recommendations!

<3 Katie Ryan

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