Parole Reform Moves Amid Tragic Parolee Case
The General Assembly plans a swift session next month to debate and pass parole and probation reform. The death of nine year old Christopher Ausherman and parolee Elmer Spencer Jr’s murder charge have pushed the issue to the forefront. Speaker Casper Taylor says parole reform is highly prioritized due to past failures in prosecuting Spencer and others with violent records.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
General Assembly
Christopher Ausherman
Elmer Spencer Jr
Casper Taylor
Parole reforms loom after parolee outcome sparked outcry
Editorial condemns early release of Spencer who, despite a 25 year sentence, was paroled after four years due to good behavior credits. It notes Maryland lawmakers push Tim Ferguson's bill to end parole for violent offenders, spurred by trooper Toatley's death and concerns over plea bargains and suspended sentences.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Spencer
Senate
Mike Miller
Timothy Ferguson
House of Delegates
State Senate
Wr Ferguson
Maryland
Edward Toatley
General Assembly
The Unlikely Path of a Presidential Concession
The piece argues concessions are non binding and examines scenarios if faithless electors, Gore’s possible stance, and potential congressional challenges around the 2000 election. It discusses the unusual possibility Gore could cast the deciding vote if the Senate is tied, and the political dynamics of conceding.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alway
al Gore
George W. Bush
Gore
Bush
Florida
US Supreme Court
Ssmun
Congress
Senate
Local Notes Patch as Season Opens and Bridge Work Progresses
The town records describe a chilly open with shoppers filling the streets and a swan sighting on a lake in fall water. A biology study at Hod College considers a sex determination plan for swans. Catoctin Creek gains a 120-foot Bailey bridge to replace the railroad crossing. A zoning fight over a 64-site tent campground near Hunt Club is denied. William Stine is honored with a life member plaque by the Fairfax club.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cute Lake
Cyn Klean
Hod College
Grace E Lappy
Piedmont District
C&o Canal Park
Catoctin Creek
C&o Canal
CIA
Frederick County Board of Appeals
Lois K Rhoderick
Rhoderick
Hunt Club
Year round school ideas spark debate in Frederick County
Letter writers urge exploring year round schooling only with parental choice and support holidays. Edward Lusie supports keeping Fair Day and calendar traditions while suggesting conference days near holidays. James Slusher calls for public input to the Board of Education on FCPS calendar and opposes 12 month instructional blocks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frederick County
Jack Dale
David Nathanson
Board of Education
Frederick Post
Maryland
A Better Response to Edmonds and Local Chiefs
Diana Halleman quotes Charlene Edmonds criticizing Chief T as vindictive and notes an investigation around Edmonds. The piece discusses the Ausherman case and community tensions, questioning police presence and morale while urging anonymous feedback and broad community regard rather than targeting individuals.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bile Heliemer
Kennath Senithe Uetter
Charlene Edmonds
Willie Mahone
Ms. Edmonds
Ausherman
Tae Ant Ack
Parks
Frederick
Parmas
Edmonds
Protest and Civil Rights Message from Charlene Edmonds
A fragmented letter expresses outrage over prosecutorial actions and calls for full accountability, referencing NAACP, Frederick, and local officials. The writer condemns perceived injustice, urges civil rights unity, and mentions ongoing public meetings and community concerns.
Fair Day vote miscue sparks school calendar debate
A reader questions the scheduling of a Fair Day vote and its impact on the school week. The commenter notes plans for September 18 fall in the same week and criticizes the lack of foresight, mentioning their children will be off the entire week.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
F Mcrober
Local Officials Address Stain on Department Record
A cryptic note from the mayor and police chief references a stain on a department record with names Mayor Jon Grimes and Police Chief Raffensberger mentioned amid incomplete details. The document hints at an inquiry or administrative review.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jon Grimes
Regis Raffensberger
Also Mentioned on This Page
George E. Ranaal
Gangs
Ogung Edieos
Editorial
Sdi D
Reople
Ad Stein Fe
Jack Anderson
Gore Gore
William Stine
Frederck Sertoma Club
Fairfax. Va
Howard Mapa
Frederick Club
Edward Lusie Jefferson
James Slusher
Donna Diggs
Poe
Diana Halleman Frederick
Sven
Jen Foster
Mercersburg
Nor County
NAACP
Mayr
Carver
Charlene
Edmonds Frederick Edmgnds
The
Frederick Cahonal Assotation
United Fratu
E Sandiware
Nat
Kam Hefierd
Frederick Newe-Post
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!