Keys agree to provide more funding for stadium upkeep
The Frederick Keys propose increasing city stadium funding and take on more maintenance, with aldermen voting up to 25,000 for a master plan. The team seeks a joint cost share, architect selection, and equal funding for the study, amid concerns over a lucrative private venture and aging facilities.
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Feds near OK for I-70 to I-270 linkage plan
Maryland highway officials expect federal approval to connect I-70 with I-270. The move hinges on VEIP program status as EPA warned that expiration could halt funding. Administrator Neil Pedersen said an exception is possible due to proposed legislation to permanent VEIP. If not, Maryland road projects face delays.
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Lincoln School Plaque Unveiled At South Frederick Elementary
A bronze plaque honoring Lincoln School was unveiled at its former site now South Frederick Elementary on Madison Street. Lincoln School, first black high school in the county, operated 1923 to 1962 after desegregation. The board funded the plaque and plans include a history display and curriculum tie ins. Some attendees oppose renaming the school, but organizers pledge further memorials.
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Black History Emphasized At Mount Zion United Methodist
Myersville Mount Zion United Methodist Church marked Black History Month with a Sunday night program featuring the Chapelettes and Faith Gospel Choir. Speakers traced black contributions to Methodism from early 1700s beginnings through wartime segregation and the church's later stands against slavery.
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Church Uses History to Plot the Future
Anne Whisenant told Ebenezer AME Church members on Sunday that teaching youths about Black people’s contributions requires looking back at history. She cited forgotten talents struggles and the need to emphasize positive legacies to guide future generations.
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Cullen students told they don't have to live the lies
During a Black History Month event, Hood College psychologist Dr. Ruffin described white beliefs about Black neighbors as largely false and said Blacks internalize them. A 16-year-old student reflected on lost opportunities, stressing self-definition and the power of choice. Dr. Percy Thomas from Montgomery College invoked Chaka Zulu amid a crowd.
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Outstanding Young Farmer award honors local couple in Maryland
Hagerstown Maryland Jaycees name Frederick County couple Michael and Denise Valentine as the 1999 Maryland Outstanding Young Farmer for the fourth straight year. They own Wales Pride Farm near Emmitsburg, operate 425 acres and raise Ayrshire Brown Swiss Holstein and Jersey cattle. The Valentines credit family involvement and community service and will represent Maryland in the national OYF program in 2000.
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GOP Governors Rally Behind Bush as 2000 Candidate
Several Republican governors gathered Sunday to back George W. Bush, the Texas governor who is increasingly likely to pursue the presidency in 2000. The show of support underscores Bush as a rising national figure within the GOP.
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