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Welcome to a brand new decade! FrostburgFirst has seen many changes over the past ten years, and we look forward to even better things in this new decade. We are excited to share what we’ve been working on, and what our current and developing plans are for 2020. Let...

Few buildings in Downtown Frostburg are as recognizable as the Hotel Gunter. A staggering five-story, balcony bedecked wonder, the building has always been a popular spot for tourists and locals alike. But never has the building been as much of a community staple as...

Still on the Fence About Small Business Saturday? Skip the lines at the chain stores or the mall and Shop Small! Kick off your holiday shopping in Downtown Frostburg at Small Business Saturday on November 30.  Our small business owners and local artists are excited to...

Let’s face it – finding the perfect gift for everyone on your list can be overwhelming! While it may be tempting to avoid the post-Thanksgiving shopping rush altogether and make your purchases online instead, there are plenty of reasons to hit the streets of Frostburg...

Most family businesses only last two or three generations, but in a city like Frostburg, with families and small businesses dating back a century, you can expect the unexpected. Last month, Stephanie Durst of Durst Funeral Home became a fifth generation, fully...

Homecoming season is upon us! This week, October 3rd – 6th, downtown Frostburg and Frostburg State University campus will be flooded with alumni, both local and long-distance. Homecoming is the perfect reason to return to Frostburg and reconnect with the campus, city,...

Hello, my name is Kaitlynn Hamby, and I’m thrilled to be working with FrostburgFirst this semester! I’m a senior at Frostburg State University and will be graduating Spring of 2020 with my Bachelor of Science degree in English, and a minor in Journalism. I love...