Board vacancies spark debate over minority appointments
Frederick County officials weigh race and party balance as two seats open on the school board. Democrats and Republicans discuss appointing a Black candidate to replace retiring members while an elected board remains a distant goal.
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Karma Academy closure set by DJJ plan
The Maryland DJJ maintained the plan to close Karma Academy at Frederick for girls despite board efforts to defer. DJJ Secretary Stuart Simms cited inability to guarantee per diem programs and reaffirmed the facility’s shutdown. The academy will end operations in June and its building repurposed as a temporary boys shelter.
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