Oh no–the flu is here! According to the Maryland Department of Health and Mental Hygiene, influenza has arrived for the season. The good news is, the cases of flu reported in the state is minimal. But does that make you feel any better? No! Doctors say if you have the flu you may experience…
Favorite Holiday Movie
The holidays are here and so are the holiday movies. What is your favorite? According to Parents Magazine and Rotten Tomatoes, there are ten movies that are the best holiday flicks. A Christmas Story (1983) Arthur Christmas (2011) Elf (2003) It’s a Wonderful Life (1946) Miracle On 34th Street (1947) The Muppet Christmas Carol (1992)…
Remembering Pearl Harbor
Today marks the 75th Anniversary of Pearl Harbor. A day our nation will never forget. The attack on December 7, 1941 happened on Sunday while most sailors were still sleeping in their bunks. The attack lasted 110 minutes, from 7:55 a.m. until 9:45 a.m. The Japanese attacked the United States without warning. All eight U.S.…
2017 Grammy Nominees Announced!
Meghan Trainer made the announcement this morning sounding off the nominees for the 2017 Grammy’s in four general categories on CBS. Soon after the rest of the 84 categories were announced and we spot one of our favorite artist making the list!! Marin Morris is up for Best New Artist! The 59th Annual Grammy Awards…
Holiday Party ‘No-No’s’
The holidays are here and celebrations are taking place. We have all been to parties when one or more people become ‘out of control’. These people make conversation pieces for other party goers but run the risk of tainting their reputation around the office or neighborhood. To not become the butt of jokes and snickers…
#CupForBen-Heart Warming Story of A Dad’s Love For His Autistic Son
This is such a heart warming story of a single dad stopping at nothing to help his autistic son! As parents, we know our kids have their ‘favorite’ things that calm and comfort them. This father became his son’s hero! Way to go dad! Internet helps dad find special sippy cup for autistic son…
Local Deputy Injured In An Accident
The WFRE Free Country Wake-Up Crew appreciates the sacrifices made by our military and police officers. On Wednesday, Deputy First Class Brett Etzler with the Carroll County Sheriff’s Office was injured in an accident. He retired from the Frederick County Sherriff’s Office. Please keep Deputy Etzler and his family in your thoughts and prayers for…
Things Husbands Should NEVER Get For Their Wives!
Ladies-have you ever gotten a gift from your husband that you have wanted to return? A gift that leaves you wondering if there is an ulterior motive? I love my husband but there have been times over the years that he has given my clothes as Christmas gifts that I always return. I have told…
Breaking Down ‘Christmas Cookies’
The Christmas Tree is up, outside lights looks amazing, and stockings hung with care by the fire place! So what’s next? The holiday baking. This is the time of year that many families spend hours in the kitchen baking their favorite holiday treats. Historians say making Christmas Cookies actually goes back to 10,000 years ago when…
Ugly Christmas Sweaters! Do You Have One?
Ugly Christmas sweaters have been around for years. They can be terribly tacky or overly ornate, but these holiday clothing items have been gaining popularity over the past 20 years. According to the Ugly Christmas Sweater Party Book: The Definitive Guide to Getting Your Ugly On, there has been an increase in ugly sweater…