Voice of Indian Head

12/28/2025

As we close out 2025 with , we are excited to honor those in our community who lead with kindness, inspire others, and give with empathy.

You see, every town has people who quietly make it better.

The neighbor who checks in.
The volunteer who always shows up.
The mentor who gives their time freely.
And so many more...

Today, the Town of Indian Head, MD and Voice of Indian Head are proud to announce the First Annual Community Champion of the Year Award... honoring individuals who strengthen our community through service, compassion, and integrity.

🏆 The honoree will be recognized at an upcoming Town Hall meeting and receive a $2,000 charitable donation made in their name to a qualifying local nonprofit.

👉 Know someone who deserves this recognition?
Nominate them today: https://voih.org/champion

Don't delay!

Because together, we build a better Indian Head.

12/19/2025

If you’ve ever turned on a faucet, flushed a toilet, or enjoyed a walk on the Village Green without worry, you’ve already experienced the work of Ryan Hicks and his team.

We are proud to launch our new series, Profiles in Service, with a deep dive into the career of our Town Manager. Ryan isn't just an administrator; he’s a neighbor who has served Indian Head for 34 years—starting as a laborer and working his way up to leading the Town Hall team.

In this story, we look at the "quiet work" of infrastructure, the decision to save the town millions on storm drains, and Ryan’s simple philosophy for community life: "Believe in people."

Our Profiles in Service series is intended to highlight the unsung heroes, the hard work, and the differentiated commitment of those who serve our Town of Indian Head (and surroundings).

📖 Read Ryan’s story here: voih.org/ryanhicks

Meet Ryan Hicks, the man behind the scenes of Indian Head for 34 years. In our first Profile in Service, we explore the quiet work that keeps our town running.

12/07/2025

For the hundreds that showed up for the Town of Indian Head, MD tonight, thank you! What a night! Here's a (quick hack, sorry) snapshot of a few of the attractions... this doesn't even cover the packed craft and game tents, the pavilion, food trucks and outdoor movies. Oh, my, the list is so long.

We will post a full recap article soon which will include the tree lighting and charity awards soon, but wanted to throw out our appreciation without delay!

If you have photos, thoughts or memories to share, consider tagging us and the Town as we would love to share in this season of Joy.

Special kudos to USBTA for being the hottest game in town tonight. Nearly 400 cups of hot cocoa and cider served in around 90 minutes before the taps ran dry. Woah! We blew every electrical circuit on the Village Green trying to keep up with the insatiable demand. And we love that everyone was so gracious with us as we switched over to backup generators and recovered. True class act tonight, Indian Head.

Mayor Brandon Paulin, you rocked the opening and the legendary team from the Town were so amazing. Indian Head Volunteer Fire Department and Rescue Squad, INC., your support was awesome and made smore magic than you'll ever know! And thanks for the everlasting partnership of the sponsors that always have our back, USBTA, Atlantic Kayak Company, and Charles County Military Alliance Council!

Lastly... and significantly... Bridge Church - Indian Head this was all you... the literal thousand hours of preparation and support to bring our community together was thebonly reason this event happened. Y'all ARE the exemplar for community building.

12/06/2025

The tree lighting and Santa arrival is 4:30pm to 5:00pm, don't miss it! Today's the day, don't let the chill in the air keep you away!

Jack Frost is certainly trying to steal the stage with this winter weather, but come catch the true holiday spirit tomorrow at the Indian Head Holiday Festival! 4pm to 9pm, Village Green Park and Pavilion

12/02/2025

🎉 Now Open on Strauss Ave/Indian Head Hwy: Blended Bakery!

On the weekend after Thanksgiving, a once-quiet storefront at 4840 Strauss Avenue came to life with cocoa, cookies, and a whole lot of gratitude. Blended Bakery — a family-owned, gluten-free specialty bakery — has officially put down roots in Indian Head.

For many of our neighbors, these treats aren’t just a “nice-to-have.” They’re a need — safe options for those living with celiac disease, gluten sensitivities, and other dietary restrictions.

In our new video, co-owner Kat Tan shares how a farmers’ market booth grew into a warm, family-friendly gathering place right here in town, and why they chose Indian Head as home. 💛

🎥 Watch the teaser: https://youtu.be/fwXxNNACjgM
📰 Read the full story on Voice of Indian Head (https://voih.org)

If you or someone you love needs gluten-free or allergen-conscious options, or if you just want to welcome a new neighbor to town, help us spread the word.

Together, we help good things take root here in Indian Head. 🌱

In this short conversation, co-owner Kat Tan shares the story behind Blended Bakery, the family-owned specialty bakery now open at 4840 Strauss Ave in Indian...

12/02/2025

We're looking forward to fun for all! Final preparations are underway. Volunteers are working (actually, somewhat literally) through the night to make this event happen. Indian Head is worth showing up for. Join us. And, Thanks The BayNet for showing the West Side some love.

INDIAN HEAD, Md. — The Town of Indian Head will host the annual Indian Head Christmas Festival on Saturday, December 6, 2025, from 4:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at Village Green Park, bringing together families, volunteers, and visitors for an evening filled with holiday joy and hometown pride. This year...

11/25/2025

11/23/2025

This is insane! And something to be insanely thankful for.

An end to end, complete Thanksgiving meal... from turkey to trimmings, appetizer to dessert... over 3 baskets full... 100% sourced at Oasis Fresh Foods Market - Indian Head, MD!!! What a blessing to finally have after so many decades of driving the distance to find food.

Thanks to the hard work, incalculable investment, and perseverance through many setbacks... we have a great grocery store here in Indian Head that just marked 1 year of service.

This is one of many things we have to be thankful for this season. Though the struggle is really real for many, Oasis is one shining light in the dark whose purveyors work tirelessly in support of, and more broadly, in support of our whole community through business, charity, and engagement.

It is more than a business that supports our food banks, it is a source of good fresh food for our children in a chicken nugget and fries world, it is a symbol that this Town is WORTH INVESTING IN... and we encourage you to drop into Oasis first as you shop this holiday season.

Show them some love, because it's clear they poured unstoppable love into our community to make this Thanksgiving happen.

11/21/2025

Excited? We are!

We hope everyone is getting excited for the Holiday Festival!

Event address: 100 Walter Thomas Road, Indian Head, MD 20640

11/12/2025

Which organizations do you see positively impacting our local Indian Head community?

Your churches, schools, youth groups? Part of our mission is to amplify charitable impact within our community. Our Christmas Caroling for charity event on Dec. 6th is one example of how we do that.

So, we'd love to hear directly from the community, who do you see driving impact for Indian Head? Let's celebrate them.

Empowering our Community, Giving Voice to our Residents