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Smithsburg
Week 5 High School Football Preview & Predictions (mocoshow.com)
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Thurmont
This tiny, charming mountain town just over an hour from D.C. is hosting the biggest outdoor craft festival on the east coast next weekend — over 125,000 people are expected to attend (secretdc.com)
The Guide to DMV Fall Festivals: What's Free, What's Worth Paying For (town.news)
Hegseth Mobilizes NSA, Military Cyber Forces to Protect 2026 Midterm Elections (newslooks.com)
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