Linganore Road Woes Highlight County Frustration
Frederick County Commissioners President Mark Hoke voices frustration over Linganore road conditions. The Lake Linganore private community grew, roads didn’t meet county standards, and finger pointing continues as debate about county takeover persists amid legal wrangling and aging infrastructure.
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Frederick County
Mark Hoke
Lake Linganore
Hoke
Lake Linganore Association
Sweetwater Holiday Chaos Lessons From a Sugar Shower
A Humble family recalls a New Year’s Eve dog food raid. The coonhound Sweetwater snatched cookies from a hall server during guests, triggering chaos, laughter, and a reminder that chocolate can be deadly to dogs. The narrator admits fault and hopes readers learn from grown up mistakes.
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Sharon
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Boomer
ADD debates over inherited disorder and drug use
Michael J. Manos argues against the claim that ADD is proven genetically linked and questions whether stimulant drugs like Ritalin are appropriate for children. He notes behavioral neurology underpins all actions, cites environmental impacts, criticizes long term risk data, and urges a society that nurtures rather than medicates children. The piece labels ADD as a widespread issue affecting everyone.
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Einstein
Lincoln
Franklin
Herask
Not Happy With Emission Tests Says Working Mom
A reader, a single working mother, voices frustration with emission tests and cost. She explains she can barely afford essentials like rent, utilities, and food while trying to meet the test requirements and stay above water.
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Jeannie Moberly
King Memorial Rift Spurs Debate On Dr King Legacy
In Atlanta, the King family bars National Park Service access to birthplace and tomb while the King Center has guided millions for half a million dollars. Proposals for a high tech interactive museum risk turning Dr King’s memory into a business venture amid criticism from Cynthia Tucker of the Atlanta Constitution.
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South Korea
King
National Park Service
King Center
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Virginia
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Atlanta Constitution
King Center clash over prize to South Korea’s Kim Young Sam
Chuck Stone critiques Coretta Scott King as the King estate blocks a federally funded $11.8 million visitors center near the King Center. Atlanta leaders back the Park Service plan for jobs and uplift while Coretta Scott King faces sharp criticism for awarding the Martin Luther King Jr Nonviolent Peace Prize to Kim Young Sam. Amnesty International notes human rights abuses in Korea.
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Kim
Amnesty International
Time Magazine
Newspaper Enterprise Association
Mayors Order To Conserve Fuel Spurs Internal Tensions
Municipal leaders under Mayor Hugh V. Gittinger directed department heads to conserve fuel as War Mobilization Director requested lower temperatures in homes and public buildings. Police friction arose from deserter and straggler reward program, paying officers 15 to 25 dollars for returning service members. Fedders Corp laid off 169 workers since January 3, leaving 25. Fire marshal Charles W. Mock announced the old YMCA building on Church and Court will be razed after a December 6 fire. Frederick County voted to grant Middletown 360 feet of Green Street for a second school access road. County officials reported 323,426 in CETA funds for 40 jobs, with more expected in weeks.
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Frederick
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Frederick County
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Board of Education
Kathleen Hall
Public Frustration Over Vehicle Emission Test Probed
A reader contends the vehicle test hurts workers who rely on buses and cars. They urge writing to the governor to protest, highlighting income strain, bus pollution, and perceived government overreach in controlling personal property.
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America
Swiss model of gun control and democracy
Kathryn Ruud argues that Switzerland combines widespread gun ownership with low homicides through strict training registration and conscription. She notes armed soldiers keep firearms at home, strict background checks, cantonal limits, and social investment in health care and education, suggesting European contrasts to American gun politics.
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Western
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