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FrostburgFirst Heads to Annapolis!
-- Deirdre Robertson, Executive Director - FrostburgFirst One of the best parts of my job as Main Street Manager is bragging about Frostburg - After all, it's just cooler here! Recently, I had the opportunity to testify before the Maryland State Senate Health...
FrostburgFirst Welcomes New Intern!
My name is Luke Riley and I am thrilled to be working with FrostburgFirst as an intern this semester. I opted to reach out to FrostburgFirst because in this community I see pride, not only for the town, but for small businesses in the area. I remember discovering...
FrostburgFirst Pop-Up Shop/Business Incubator Program
FrostburgFirst in partnership with the City of Frostburg and the Small Business Development Center is pleased to announce a pop-up shop and small business incubator program that will bring together entrepreneurs, artists, makers, and small businesses with local...
Welcome to a New Decade with FrostburgFirst!
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...
The Hotel Gunter & Toasted Goat Winery: Modern Favorite & Historical Treasure
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...
FrostburgFirst Announces 501(c)3 Nonprofit Status
FrostburgFirst is pleased to announce that it is now classified by the IRS as a public charity with 501(c)3 tax-exempt status! From its original incorporation in 2003, FrostburgFirst (tax name Historic Frostburg, a Maryland Main Street Community, Inc.) has functioned...
Skip Black Friday and visit Frostburg for Small Business Saturday!
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...
How to Shop Small Business Saturday Like a Pro
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...
Stephanie Durst: Durst Funeral Home’s First Female Mortician
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...
Frostburg State University Homecoming: Home Sweet Burg
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,...