Westminster|Neighbor News|
Runners raise funds to assist MSP Trooper Jackie Kline at 5K race
5K race at the Md. St. Police Training Academy in to raise money for Trooper Jackie Kline, who was injured on a traffic stop on Oct. 6.
Kevin Earl Dayhoff, Community Contributor
- Westminster, MD
Carroll County history and community reporter Kevin E. Dayhoff has been a freelance writer and artist since 1971.
In addition to Westminster Patch, he currently contributes to several publications, including several online media sites.
In 2009 he won a Maryland Delaware DC Press Association award for editorial critical thinking for an investigation into a racial incident involving a Carroll County school board member. In 2006, he was recognized by George Washington University for authoring one of the top 12 Maryland and Virginia political websites.
He served as the mayor of Westminster from 2001 to 2005 and as a Westminster city councilman from 1999 to 2001. He was a self-employed nursery stock farmer, landscape designer, property management consultant, and freelance technical writer from 1974 to 1999. He served as a statewide elected member of the Maryland Municipal League Board of Directors 2000 to 2005.
He is currently a member of the Society of Professional Journalists, Capitol Beat - Association of Capitol Reporters and Editors, a Silver Life member of the NAACP, and serves on the executive board of the Carroll County NAACP.
Kevin Dayhoff has served as the chaplain of the Westminster Fire Engine and Hose Co. No. 1 and the Maryland Troopers Association Lodge #20, since January 1, 2011. He also serves as a member of the church council at Grace Lutheran Church in Westminster.
It is believed that several branches of his family have believed in what we now know as Carroll County since the 1600s.
He is a native of Westminster, Carroll County, MD, where he currently lives. kevindayhoff@gmail.com. www.kevindayhoff.org
Posting Activity
Westminster|Neighbor News|
Fall is great for running trails in Carroll Co.
What can be better than the sights, sounds and smells of running trails in the fall in Carroll County?
Westminster|Neighbor News|
Looking Back: The Westminster Fire of July 3, 1938
Over seventy years ago, Carroll County was still reeling from one of the biggest fires in the county’s history – the July 3, 1938 Smith and Reifsnider fire on John Street.
Westminster|Neighbor News|
Blog: 1931 Maryland State Firemen’s Association Convention
In July 1931, the Westminster Volunteer Fire Department and Westminster Municipal Band attended the Maryland State Firemen’s Association annual convention in Ocean City.
Westminster|Neighbor News|
Blog: Public Safety Personnel Gather at Westminster Fire Hall to Mark EMS Week
This week, May 20 – May 26, is National EMS Week. To mark the occasion, EMS providers and firefighters at the Westminster Fire Department gathered for a luncheon on Tuesday.
Westminster|Neighbor News|
Blog: A History of Heroes in Westminster's Fire Department
The 2012 Westminster Fire Department officers were sworn into office at the Jan. 5, 2012 meeting. These officers become a part of a history in Westminster of volunteers protecting lives and property.
Westminster|Neighbor News|
Blog: Never a Dull Moment at the Westminster Fire House
In the past week, the Westminster fire department saw its steady share of both house fire calls for service and motor vehicle accidents. Along with a few pictures, a sample of the calls are included.
Westminster|Neighbor News|
Blog: The first Carroll County Firemen’s Association Convention, May 15, 1924
Firefighters from across the county held the first-ever Carroll Co. Firemen’s Assoc. county convention on May 15, 1924 at the Westminster fire station located at 66 E. Main St. Westminster.
Westminster|Neighbor News|
Take this Time to Educate Yourself about the Dangers of Heat Exposure
As we begin to experience excessive periods of heat, the Westminster Fire Department, along with other health care partners, would like to remind the public of the dangers of prolonged heat exposure.
Westminster|Neighbor News|
Welcome to the Blog for Westminster Fire Engine and Hose Co. No. 1
The volunteers of the Westminster fire department appreciate this opportunity to acquaint you with the vital work they do every single day of the year.
Westminster|Neighbor News|
Accident scene responders face increasing dangers
Accident scene responders face increasing dangers as roadways are more congested with motorists who aren't always taking necessary precautions in moving past an accident scene.
Westminster|Neighbor News|
Expanded Westminster Memorial Day parade Well Attended
Westminster Main Street was packed for the May 29 145th Memorial Day parade of military units, floats, community organizations, antique vehicles, firefighting equipment, re-enactors and marching bands.
Westminster|Neighbor News|
Westminster Memorial Day Address Delivered by Navy SEAL Matt Shipley
Navy SEAL CDR Shipley, a 1984 Westminster High School graduate, brought the loss and sacrifice of war home as he described his own sense of personal loss in Iraq.
Westminster|Neighbor News|
Orioles Spring Training: Paying Homage to History, Looking to the Future
The history of Baltimore baseball goes back 130 years.
Sarasota, FL|Neighbor News|
Florida Spring Training History: Wrestling Alligators and Cash
Spring training in Florida has had a colorful history with the temptations of the warm climate for players and temptations of cash for owners.
Sarasota, FL|Neighbor News|
Orioles Spring Training Pays Homage To History And Looks To The Future
The history of Baltimore baseball goes back 130 years. This year much of the Orioles history is not taking place on the field as much as the personnel – and physical changes - in the operations center
Eldersburg, MD|Neighbor News|
Annual 4-H and FFA Fair: 140 Years of Carroll County Tradition
A historical perspective on the celebration of agriculture in Carroll County and the birth of the 4-H Fair.
Westminster|Neighbor News|
Annual 4-H and FFA Fair: 140 Years of Carroll County Tradition
A historical perspective on the celebration of agriculture in Carroll County and the birth of the 4-H Fair.
