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The Ballad of Emmett Till Sings On at Other Voices Theatre

At Other Voices Theatre, The Ballad of Emmett Till is a historical drama that some say feels like a living conversation between past and present. Ifa Bayeza’s award-winning play reintroduces audiences to Emmett Till as a multidimensional human: a civil rights symbol but a funny, fashion-forward teenager whose life was stolen too soon. We are…

ByOUT40May 21, 20260Comments

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War Abroad, Healing the Home Front: Arielle’s Work with Veterans

As headlines intensify around escalating conflict with Iran, much of the public conversation centers on military strategy, geopolitics, and national defense. Yet behind every deployment, every service member, and every veteran is an equally urgent reality: the mental and emotional toll of war. For Dr. Arielle Jordan, an Army Reserve veteran and trauma therapist, this…

ByOUT40May 13, 20260Comments

Street Talk

Review: 4 A.M. Friends Delivers Unexpected Emotional Depth

Under the open sky at Sky Stage, 4 A.M. Friends delivered an emotional excavation of womanhood, friendship, and the invisible threads that hold us together across decades. Written by Charlene A. Donaghy and locally adapted with Frederick-specific landmarks, streets, and cultural touchpoints, the play transformed from a universal story into something deeply personal for local…

ByOUT40May 11, 20260Comments

Day in the life

Saiylor’s Story: Turning Autism Awareness Into Action

For Jennifer Amoako, motherhood has become both a profound personal journey and a public mission rooted in advocacy. A pharmacist, mother of two, and Maryland resident, Amoako says the birth of her first daughter, Saiylor Rose, in December 2021 “completely changed my life,” adding that Saiylor is “my first real love.” But when Saiylor began…

ByOUT40April 30, 20260Comments

Street Talk

Where Go-Go Meets Giving: The Zetas “Go-Go for a Cause” Event

When the beat drops, the community rises. That spirit was on full display this weekend as the Frederick County community showed up for the Zetas’ Go-Go for a Cause event, an evening where rhythm met purpose in a powerful way. Rooted in the rich cultural tradition of go-go music, the event brought together…

ByOUT40April 25, 20260Comments

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Delta Sigma Theta Hosts 6th Annual Empow(HER) Girls Summit

“This summit was created to meet the needs of girls today — whether that’s self-care, STEM exposure, or simply having real conversations,” President Dr. Kathy Brooks, shared during Saturday’s 6th Annual Empow(HER) Girls Summit hosted by the Frederick County Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. Held at Frederick Community College, the free, one-day…

ByOUT40April 21, 20260Comments

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Evoke Art Studio Grand Opening

The doors at 4 East 7th Street opened a vision rooted in creativity, culture, and community. Evoke Art Studio officially celebrated its grand opening on April 12, drawing a strong show of support from artists, neighbors, and advocates for Frederick’s growing arts scene. The energy inside the space reflected exactly what the studio was built…

ByOUT40April 18, 20260Comments

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Art Under Pressure: Iron Artist Showcases Creativity for a Cause

A lively mix of creativity and competition filled the room at Amplified Change’s recent “Iron Artist: Team Edition,” a community-centered art showdown designed to bring people together while raising funds for a greater cause. The event, held in Frederick, invited teams to face off in timed rounds that tested both imagination and collaboration. Among the…

ByOUT40April 17, 20260Comments

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Dave East Brings Karma 4 Tour to Boonsboro

Rapper Dave East brought his Karma 4 Tour to Boonsboro last night, delivering a high-energy performance that drew fans from across the region. Rising out of Harlem, New York, Dave East built his reputation through gritty storytelling, lyrical precision, and a steady stream of mixtapes that caught the attention of Nas, who later signed him…

ByOUT40April 12, 20260Comments