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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Feb 26, 2001
Page
4
Editorial notes Frederck County Board of Education approves charter schools within procedures. Observes advocates deserve enrollment priority for students and siblings, given limited seats. Questions remain about implementation, oversight, internal strife, and maintaining broader focus.
Roy Meachum recalls Moscow in winter with vivid scenes from Red Square to St Basil’s, noting the peace at night, the thawing of Soviet imagery, and the TV driven narrative during Putin’s visit. He warns renewed fears of dictatorship, pressuring freedoms, and West-Western tensions as the city glitters under snow.
Richard Atkinson of the University of California proposes removing the SAT from admission criteria for UC and other schools, arguing the test is a flawed predictor and harmful to education. The move aligns with about 300 colleges that have already dropped SAT or ACT requirements, amid concerns over equity and teaching to the test.
The Emmitsburg Chamber of Commerce hosted a civil defense briefing by Hodgers on home front protection. The Frankford area received medical gear through Mrs Joby Macunter’s residence. The Soap Box Derby sponsors unveiled rules for the 1951 race and Derby HQ offered rule books at Kes Chevrolet in Predence. County leaders urged support for U.S. 15 funding and drinking age adjustments while the Chamber backed senators Thomas and Smelser. Susan Sutcliffe earned a nursing master's degree from East Carolina University.
Christine Davis asks why Xhale gets special treatment from the Frederick County Liquor Board and why Germantown residents appear prioritized. She questions permit decisions, Sunday concerts in a residential area, and references Steve Walker, calling for clarity on approvals and local impact.
Tam Podgorski thanks readers for the article on her son Gary Podgorski and brother Michael. She recalls Gary’s Air Force service and his role in aiding wildlife after the Exxon spill, noting letters of support from Frederick residents and his ongoing involvement with an August air show.
Heidi Winter argues against marijuana use in Tennessee letters page Feb 14. She cites personal experiences and secondhand stories of friends who progress from cannabis to ecstasy and heroin, hospitalizations, depression, and self harm, urging concern over gateway drug effects.
A reader from Middletown campaigns against marijuana decriminalization and firearm bans in Frederick County, arguing drugs ruin lives and bans would trigger takings lawsuits and tax burdens. The letter references Heidi in Tennessee, Cassie Hartzell, and criticizes proposed bills as ineffective and costly.
The News-Post misstates Helen L. Smith's residence, placing her in Braddock Heights while she lived on U.S. 40A in Old Braddock. The note urges a factual correction to reflect her true home location and historical context.
County officials push a ban around gun shows near day cares and on public money sites. Critics argue the measure targets a lawful activity, claiming it violates laws and will face costly legal challenges.
U S Senator Joseph Biden of Delaware questioned Bill Clinton's pardon of Marc Rich suggesting the president may be brain dead and humorously proposing the Witless Protection Program. The remark was reported from Falling Waters West Virginia.
In a February comment, Del John Armick agrees with a federal agency view that cellular phone use in cars is dangerous, whether handheld or hands free, noting deaths may push lawmakers to pass bills. Krist Wood reports the sentiment contrasts with proposed restrictions.
A fragmented reader correspondence item outlines how to send letters to the editor for The Frederick Post. It includes a mailing address in Frederick Maryland, a contact phone number, and an email instruction line. The text resembles a garbled instruction page for submitting letters and mentions dates and postal details.
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