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Now, here's what's going on this week. Let's get into it — starting with a topic that's been very popular lately: the new Chick-fil-A project.
🏗️ Commissioners Approve Public Hearing on Old Baltimore Road Closure
The local Chick-fil-A news continues to develop. Carroll County commissioners voted unanimously last week to schedule a public hearing on whether to close a stretch of Old Baltimore Road, the cut-through that "tree-streets" neighbors worry will flood with traffic once the new Westminster Chick-fil-A opens. No hearing date has been set yet. Click the link to dive into all the details on Market Street Extended and what some neighbors are requesting around the new fast-food restaurant site.
⛵ Bumper Boats Canceled — Crafts & Popsicles Replace Them
Westminster Rec & Parks has canceled its bumper boat program for the summer due to the regional drought warning. In their place: a free Playground Pop-Up: Crafts & Popsicles series rotating through five city parks in July, starting at City Park on Wednesday, July 2, from 10 AM–12 PM.
🥵 Cooling Centers Open Across Carroll County
Carroll County has activated cooling centers through Saturday, July 4, due to expected high temperatures. Locations include senior and community centers in Westminster, Mount Airy, Hampstead, Eldersburg, and Taneytown; all Carroll County Public Library branches; and the Human Services Adult-Only Shelter on Stoner Avenue in Westminster.
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🎆 Westminster 4th of July Celebration - Be aware of road closures, too!
There are five locations with Independence Day-related celebrations across the county this week: Manchester, Mount Airy, Sykesville, Taneytown, and Westminster for the Farm Museum's big show Saturday evening. The rain date for the Farm Museum fireworks is Sunday, July 5. Read the full 4th of July Week guide for event details.
Even if you aren’t attending the events in Westminster, be aware that several roads around the Carroll County Farm Museum close at 8:30 PM on Saturday to manage traffic for the fireworks. Center Street (MD 140 to MD 32), Gist Road, Kate Wagner Road, Hook Road, and Smith Avenue will all be closed until traffic clears after the show. Farm Museum traffic exits via Center Street to MD 140; Ag Center traffic exits via Gist Road to Kate Wagner Road.
🎵 Common Ground on the Hill Returns to McDaniel College July 6–10
The 32nd annual Traditions Weeks kicks off next Sunday, with 350+ workshops in roots music, folk arts, dance, and more. Grammy winner Tim O'Brien and roots legend Alice Gerrard are among the instructors. Gerrard's free public keynote is Monday, July 6, at 8 PM in Alumni Hall — open to everyone.
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— Westminster Wire