Maryland to Double Grade Tests in Public Schools
The state will require second, fourth and sixth graders to take a new set of tests called the Comprehensive Tests of Basic Skills in addition to MSPAP for third, fifth and eighth graders. First and seventh graders are exempt. Parents may learn their child scores with CTBS, shifting from school-centric MSPAP results to individual reports, as teachers feel pressure from testing.
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Maryland State School Board
State School Board
Frederick
Montgomery
Howard
Carroll
Partnership myth or real change in Frederick housing law
A discussion tracing the impact of a trespass measure in Frederick adjacent to public housing, SCOTUS rulings on Chicago’s practice, and Maryland's reaction. The piece notes police powers, community trust, and shifts toward potential citizen–police partnership after decades of friction, with remarks from local officials and activists.
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Supreme Court of the United
Chicago
Richard Daley
Washington
Hecate
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Court of Special Appeals
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Hagerstown
Carver
Catoctin View
John Hanson
Lincoln
Sagner
Taney
Growing number of homeless congressmen alarms observer
An exposé notes an increasing count of congressmen living in offices to save money. The piece cites Rep Ray LaHood and unnamed delegates, arguing the practice reflects low esteem for elected officials and inadequate compensation. Spokespersons comment on mortgages, twice the homes, and insurance while defending the lifestyle.
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House
Ray LaHood
Congress members sleep in their offices to save money
Insider Jack Anderson reports that about 50 congressmen and women sleep in their House offices to cut costs. He cites rent, utilities, and furniture as burdens and lists lawmakers from Barr to DeFazio who reside in offices, noting many can’t afford Washington homes.
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Bob Barr
R-Ga
Michael Castle
R-Del
Nathan Deal
Jay Dickey
R-Ark
Wayne Gilchrest
R-Md
Bob Goodlatte
R-Va
William Goodling
R-Pa
J.D. Hayworth
Barr
Georgia
Dock Andersons Cohomns Iserittier
Poauptas Cohn United Feature Syndeate
Frederick area hit by severe thunderstorm and fires
A severe elec troke storm spanning a 30 mile radius caused about $30,000 in damage as fires sparked by the weather raged. The piece notes a picnic committee for Frederick Forest No. 132 and local beauty queen selection, plus city water tank readings, Amtrak funding approval, a land auction in Bowie, and local officials joining a legislative committee amid a heat wave with temperatures near 100.
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Frederick County
Merge alert at U815 Jefferson Street bend yielding issue
A reader notes drivers rarely yield at the U815 and Jefferson Street merge near the old State Farm building. The writer urges policy makers to observe the problem firsthand and considers issuing citations to improve safety and lane merging onto Ballenger Creek Pike.
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Jefferson Street
Mamsi
Walkersville residents push for bike and hike trails
In Walkersville officials oppose county bike and hiking paths, while residents urge safe routes to reduce accidents. A letter cites a fatal Md 26 crash near Monocacy River Bridge and near misses on a curve as reasons to embrace coordinated trails, health benefits, and federal support for the American Discovery Trail.
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Walkersville
Monocacy River
Fredenck
Maryland State Advisory Council On Physical Fitness
Letters to the Editor on health benefits for all Geers
Lewis Turner argues that long term health improvements for Geers justify tax dollars. The brief letter endorses public investment in health initiatives and urges continued support from readers.
Think Cool Sign Spreads Snow Satire in Heat Waves
A resident in July placed a "Think Cool" sign reading Let It Snow to mock heat while neighbors debate liking snow. Some humorously cover or hide the snowman figure in November, reflecting contrasting sentiments toward snow and warm weather. A photographer was hoped for but not found.
Roofs Next After Trees Are Removed in Frederick
Edna R. Torres-Melendez of Frederick asks whether after removing trees and allowing birds to rest on apartment windows and roofs, the next step is to remove roofs itself.
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Frederick City
Edna R. Torres
Melendez
Frederick
Third party candidates urged to shake up Maryland politics
A reader advocates for sleeper or third party candidates to challenge the status quo in Maryland and nationally. The letter urges voters to become more politically aware, criticize career politicians influenced by special interests, and remind officials who pays their salaries. It references upcoming reviews and suggests change before the 2000 elections. Michael Barnes
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America
Maryland
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