Carroll County is proud to recognize:

• its first vineyard winery
  
• a home-grown resident industry expansion
  
• three new commercial projects
  
• our very own 2009 U.S. SBA  Maryland "Women in Business Champion of the Year" award winner
  
• an international trade organization that draws thousands of visitors
  
• a leader in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics education
  

On November 5th, for the third year in a row, the Department of Economic Development and the Carroll County Chamber of Commerce joined together to salute successful and growing Carroll businesses.

Director Lawrence Twele said “During these difficult economic times it is especially important for us to honor and recognize the valuable contributions that these businesses make to Carroll County. Capital investment and job creation drives local economic growth. The efforts of these outstanding businesses are essential to bolstering our local economy.”

To watch the program via the internet click here. To see the full listing of award winners and event photographs visit the Economic Development website.

If you and your family are planning a traditional visit to a Christmas tree farm this year – make it one of Carroll County’s 19 choose-and-cut tree farms. A wide variety of trees in all sizes are available and many of the farms provide baling, cutting assistance or fresh-cut trees plus holiday decorations.

A detailed Christmas Trees and Holiday Greens brochure is available online, at local libraries and the Carroll County Visitor Center, 210 E. Main St. in Westminster.

Bundle up and venture outdoors to visit a Carroll County tree farm to experience a memorable holiday tradition.