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Talbot County Invites Community to Shine “Two Lights for Tomorrow” on April 18
04/07/2025
Category: County Manager’s Office County Council
Talbot County is calling on residents, businesses, schools, and community organizations to participate in Two Lights for Tomorrow, a nationwide initiative taking place on the evening of Friday, April 18, 2025, as part of the Talbot250 commemorative events marking the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution. Read more
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New Roadside Marker Honors Federick Douglass
02/21/2025
Category: Economic Development and Tourism
Lt. Governor Aruna Miller today joined the Maryland Department of Transportation and descendants and relatives of Maryland native Frederick Douglass to celebrate the unveiling of a new roadside historical marker. The marker commemorates Douglass’ birth in Talbot County, self-liberation from slavery, and his work as an abolitionist, orator and human rights advocate. The event, held at the Talbot County Courthouse in Easton, marked the date of Douglass’ passing. February is also Black History Month and Douglass’ birth month. Read more
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Step Back in Time at May 24 Talbot Resolves Celebration
05/17/2024
Category: Economic Development and Tourism County Council
The sounds of an old-fashioned Town Crier will resonate at the Talbot County Courthouse on Friday, May 24 as the community takes a step back in time to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the Talbot Resolves. The free public event kicks off at noon, rain or shine, with light refreshments served. Read more
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250th Commemoration Celebration of the Talbot Resolves
05/13/2024
Category: Economic Development and Tourism County Council
On Friday, May 24, 2024, beginning at 12:00 noon the Talbot Historical Society, members of the Talbot County Council, and the Colonel Tench Tilghman Chapter of the Sons of the American Revolution (SAR) will commemorate and celebrate the 250th anniversary of the Talbot Resolves. Read more
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Easton Airport Celebrates 80th Anniversary
07/28/2023
Category: Easton Airport
Talbot County’s Easton Airport celebrated 80 years of service to the Eastern Shore community on Friday, July 28, 2023. Read more
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