Frederick County approves student dress code delayed hat ban
The school board approved a September dress code for all students but postponed the hat ban and a decision on prohibiting gang related items. Some members favored banning gang related clothing and giving principals authority to decide specifics. The board will revisit these questions later. vote on the policy passed 4 to 2 with two dissenters.
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Norman Quist
Gordon Cooley
Earl Robbins Jr
Delinquent tax list foreshadows spring sale in Frederick
The Frederick News-Post reports 924 properties owe county, city, or state taxes, up 58 from last year. Delinquents face public tax sale at Winchester Hall on May 13 at 10am, with successful bidders paying outstanding taxes. The range spans $40.06 for a small lot to $58,871.76 for a 9.38 acre Jet site.
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Grimes defends $5000 video purchase by Frederick mayor
Frederick Mayor Jum Grimes says he can spend up to five thousand dollars without alderman approval, defending a ten thousand dollar video project meant to promote city plans to Governor Glendening. Aldermen and the city attorney dispute whether the cost should have been shared and brought to the board.
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Parris Glendening
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Frances Baker
Lynn Beard
Sally Murphy
Downtown parking sparks debate amid strong economy
GFDC members frame parking as a sign of vibrant downtown while others call it an issue. Arche Rogers reports from a Thursday meeting noting contrasts between merchants and the city on parking deck rates and future demand.
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Thurmont native Troxell stars in Madame Butterfly film
Thurmont native Richard Troxell headlines an international opera film production titled Madame Butterfly. The feature blends music theater with cinematic storytelling as Troxell performs the lead role, showcasing the artist’s vocal prowess on a global stage.
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Thurmont
Richard Troxell
Gadra seeks 1.8 million more for Frederick education
Frederick County school officials urge commissioners to provide about 1.8 million extra next year after unexpected state and federal funds reduce the board's request. Superintendent Daniel Gadra, in his final budget appearance, warns of a crisis in construction and instruction as class sizes could rise without full funding. The board had planned a larger increase but state aid rose by 400,000 and federal impact aid adds 300,000, offsetting some needs and prompting cuts to adult and vocational programs.
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Peace Corps marks 35th anniversary with recollections
Civitan Club of Frederick hears from Robert Hanson and Ruth Snyder on the Peace Corps 35 year milestone. Veterans recall overseas service, note mutual benefits of volunteering and discuss agricultural projects in India and Zarets GaPito.
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