Growth debates shape Frederick County in post election era
Douglas Sheldon Jr. argues that Frederick County growth focuses on housing while business expansion lags. He cites 17,000 residential units, APFO debates, planning shortfalls, and potential Disney investment as growth levers. He urges informed citizen engagement and accountability from new county commissioners.
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Frederick County
Montgomery County
Washington
Baltimore/Frederick triangle
Montana
Wyoming
APFO
Maryland
Disney
Governors’ Office
Schaefer
Camden Yard
New Market
Board of Education, Planning and Zoning
Commissioners
PTA
Common ground in gun control debate and open space
In Paul Fussell's view of the gun control fight parallels with World War I, he notes spiteful stereotypes on both sides and urges finding common ground. He highlights hunters allies for conservation, re enactors at Gathland Park illustrating history, concerns about poaching, and the value of open space and civil discourse in The Frederick Post's town meeting.
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Paul Fussell
Capitol Hill
Fussell
Frederick County
Gathland Park
Democratic Forum
Frederick Post
Frederick County officer applauds Sheriff Hagy victory
Corrections officer Richard W. Fredericks congratulates Sheriff Jim W. Hagy on election win and urges focus on leadership, morale, and public safety. He cites past concerns about the Harbaugh administration, recreation yard fence issues, and call‑in delays during the escape incident, urging transparent, people‑centered policing.
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Sherff
Jim Hagg
Frederick County
Hagy
Sheriff Hagy
Carl Harbaugh
Harbaugh
Jim W. Hagy
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Douglas Sheldon Jr
Kathryn Ruud
Middletown
Richard Fredericks
Hagg
Richard W. Fredercks
Walkersville
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