Jaycces Seeking Donations for Christmas Shopping Tour
Shopping Tour is Saturday, December 13, 2025
The Western Maryland Jaycees are gearing up for their annual holiday event, the Christmas Shopping Tour on Saturday, December 13th. The event serves children who might not be eligible for other programs, but are still very much in need. They are reaching out to the community for support and donations. Any donation, no matter the size, will go a long way in helping them reach their goal of helping 30 children at this year’s event. They will personally pick up your donation, or you can mail them to: Western Maryland Jaycees, Attention: Christmas Shopping Tour, P.O. Box 1333, Cumberland, Maryland 21502.
Salisbury Church of the Brethren Live Nativity Scene
Friday, December 19, 2025, from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
The Salisbury Church of the Brethren presents a live Nativity scene on Friday, December 19th from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. There will be crafts for all ages, live musical entertainment, and refreshments, including home made hot chocolate. For more information, call (814)-289-5360.
QC STRIDERS AND FHS CROSS COUNTRY JINGLE RUN
Saturday, December 13, 2025 from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m.
Frankfort High School’s cross country teams will sponsor their 21st annual Jingle 5K run and kid’s mile on Saturday Dec. 13th, 2025 beginning at 9am at Fort Ashby Primary School. Registration is from 7:30 to 8:30am. The race will start at Fort Ashby Primary School and run on Dan’s Run Road. A Kid’s mile will immediately follow the 5K. Registration is $20. T-shirts are available to all pre-registered participants and while supplies last. Awards are given to top three runners in each age group and ribbons given to all children 10 and under. For more information and registration form, you can go https://runsignup.com/Race/WV/FortAshby/Frankfort5KJingleRun
or pick up a registration form at Frankfort High School. For questions you may also contact Coach Phillips at [email protected] or call Frankfort High School at 304-726-4767. All proceeds go to help support Frankfort Cross Country
Sines Family Christmas Light Show
Now through the first week of January
The Sines Family Light Show in Finzel is going on now through the first week in January, from 5 to 10 p.m. daily. The show is free to the public, featuring “singing” light bulbs, a giant pixel tree with pictures and animation, along with music and conversation, all in the comfort of your car. Tune to the radio to listen or listen live with outdoor speakers. The show lasts approximately 25 minutes. If you missed last year’s show, watch it on Throwback Tuesdays. The light show is located at 1248 Finzel Road in Frostburg. Take exit 29 pm I-68. Going West, turn right off of the exit and travel one mile. The house and parking are on the right. From the East, turn left off of the exit, and travel about 1/4 of a mile. For more information, call (240)-522-9592.
Frankfort District Water and Sewer Rate Hike Public Hearing
December 16, 2025 from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.
The Mineral County Commission is holding a public meeting, concerning the proposed rate hikes on water and sewer, 20.3% and 10.2%, respectively. The Frankfort Public Service District is invited to answer complaints and concerns of the district’s customers and address the $32 million debt. The meeting begins at 7 p.m. at the Short Gap Fire Hall. For more information, call (304)-813-8769.
Chili Cook-Off – Barton
Saturday, December 13th 3-8pm
The Barton American Legion SAL will host a Chili Cook-off on Saturday December 13th , 3-8pm. $5 admission gives you samples of each Chili and you can vote for your favorite. All door proceeds go to the winners. The SAL will also have for sale: bowls of chili, grilled cheese, and peanut butter sandwiches.
If you want to participate in the cook off – get complete rules and sign up at the Barton American Legion … or visit the “Barton Legion Sons” on Facebook.
