Side show on scandal upstages historic events in Washington
The column laments the national fixation on a presidential sex scandal as it notes PBS ant farming and a papal visit to Cuba share spotlight with alleged misconduct. It argues leaders should meet higher standards, criticizing sleaze driven coverage and calling for accountability beyond TV sensationalism.
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National Enquirer
PBS
Arkansas
Cuba
Paula Jones
FBI
Washington Post
Frederick flood tests Carroll Creek system and area waterlines
Frederick County residents witnessed major flooding from a two week prior rainfall of around three inches. Baker Park flooded, Culler Lake overflowed, and West College Terrace flooded as ducks swam toward the tennis courts. The Maryland Public Broadcasting program on January 10 highlighted the South Carroll Street Community Bridge and its artist William Cochran. Local lore recalls Middletown Valley drys and raids on illegal alcohol, with historical notes on Price's Distillery Road and Mealey's operation. The obituary notes the death of dairy farmer William J. Hibberd of New Windsor, a Guernsey breeder who showed cattle at the 1939 New York World's Fair and traced lineage to Brooklandwood Farm and Carrollton holdings.
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Frederick County
Carroll Creek
Baker Park
Carillon
Culler Lake
West College Terrace
Fleming Avenue
Frederick
South Carroll Street
Maryland Public Broadcasting
William Cochran
Middletown Valley
Singanore Hills
Price
Mealey's
Carl “Dick
Frances Mealey
Mealey’s
Old Annapolis Road
Fredenck County
William J. Hibberd
New Windsor
Hibberd
Bromo Seltzer
Brooklandwood
Charles Carroll
Carrollton
Carroll
Carrollton Manor
Buckeystown
Blue jean dreams drive growth in rural America boomtowns
Demographer Ken Johnson notes rapid population gain in non metropolitan areas as 53.8 million Americans inhabit rural counties. The shift, fueled by migration and tech, is a sustained trend described as a silent revolution by countryproneurs. Philp Burgess of the Center for the New West notes technology and the culture of blue jean dreams fueling rural prosperity.
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America
Loyola University
Ken Johnson
Brad Edmonson
Tom and
Marilyn Ross
Boonies
Outback
Center For the New West
Lone Eagles
Great Plains
United States
Metro
Disquiet in Newton as 18 year old Ann Lorenzo vanishes
An appeal to police was issued to renew the search for Ann Lorenzo of Newton New Jersey who disappeared from Hood College in Frederick on January 6. Her father Peter Lorenzo is seriously ill and her mother said forgiveness awaits if she has married. The item notes the family’s stance and the ongoing search.
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Ann Lorenzo
Newton
N.J
Hood College
Frederick
Peter Lorenzo
Thurmont Elementary needs a new school says parent
Gladys Hemler outlines in a letter after the Frederick County School Superintendent's Round Table on January 18 the overcrowding at Thurmont Elementary and urges Dr Jacek Dale to visit during school hours to witness the dedication of staff. She emphasizes a tight knit community, praises teachers and staff, and envisions improved space and technology to keep children and community intact.
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Frederick County
Jacek Dale
Thurmont Elementary
Thurmont
Chamber Opposes Adequate Public Facilities Plan in Frederick
Frederick County Commissioners discuss the Adequate Public Facilities Ordinance as chamber leaders push a pro crowding stance. Joe Lebherz of the Chamber of Frederick County argues children are resilient while advocating 30 percent capacity in schools during phase and transition periods.
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Frederick County
Chamber of Commerce of
Joe Lebherz
Lebherz
Chamber
Penods
Local level debate on school funding and integrity
Letters question builders’ unchecked growth and accountability for educational facilities. Rand y Bethee questions Lebherz public school loyalties and Chamber influence. Marion Ake adds a pointed jab about private performances versus public stage.
Critique of a Frederick County MLK celebration crowds
A reader notes the Martin Luther King Jr. celebration at Thomas Johnson High School had well organized student awards and performances but many audience members left early after their child performed. The writer calls for attendees to stay for the entire program to avoid distracting those on stage and other families.
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Frederick County
Thomas Johnson High School
Flag etiquette reminder from Frederick reader
Terri Bandalos urges Frederick residents to show proper respect to the U S flag. She notes flags in local businesses often misused and provides five guidelines on raising, lowering, lighting, ground avoidance, and flag positioning above others when displayed with others.
Letters to the Editor at The Frederick News Post
The Frederick News Post invites letters to the editor, signed with the writer’s full name, home address, and business or home phone. Due to high volume letters may not all be published. Submission options include mail, fax, or email.
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Fredenck News
Frederick Rews-Post
Patrick Sr
Frederick
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