Women hikers slain near Trail shake confidence in Shenandoah
The slayings of Julianne Williams and Lollie Winans, both experienced wilderness hikers, were found half a mile off the Appalachian Trail near Skyland Lodge in Shenandoah National Park. Police withheld details as families recall their love of the outdoors. Taj the dog was found nearby. The cases mark the eighth and ninth deaths along the Trail in two decades.
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Graduation crowds fill Middletown Singanore and Thurmont ceremonies
Photos show graduates at Middletown High School Shelley Clark and Erica Boon checking appearances before ceremonies. Singapore High School hosts graduation Tuesday with over 350 graduates cheering as caps fly. Catoctin High School senior Melissa McCorkle chats with guidance counselor Rosemary Dragunas at Thurmont school Tuesday evening.
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Frederick County teachers urged to reject school board offer
Frederick County Teachers Association urged members to reject a proposed one year contract from the Board of Education that provides no raise beyond $2.3 million in existing step increases. The union estimates about 265 teachers at Step 25 or higher would be affected, with roughly 2,200 teachers in the system.
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County sweetens MedImmune deal with tax cut
County officials revised the MedImmune incentive package to shift 90 percent of enhanced property tax revenue to the tax increment financing district and 10 percent to the general fund. Bond counsel Timmy Ruppersberger said the change preserves total tax take while funding infrastructure. If assessed value lowers or rises, funds may revert to the county. the review followed borrowing needs and reflects an incentive to keep the plant from moving elsewhere.
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County Residents Clean Up After Fierce Storm
Frederick County residents spent Wednesday cleaning up after a fierce Tuesday night storm that toppled trees and damaged roofs and sheds. Power outages affected more than 3,000 homes as Potomac Edison reported extended outages and 150 without power midweek. The National Weather Service noted no confirmed tornado sighting, though hail and strong winds left forecasters cautious about a possible tornado.
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Mount Airy weighs Jenkins reinstatement as coach
Betty Jenkins, a 51 year old volunteer soccer coach, faces dismissal by the Mount Airy Recreation Council. Scores of supporters gathered Mondays and in May, demanding her reinstatement while council officials defer to county attorneys amid a contentious dispute and unanswered questions.
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Fort Ritchie draws private enterprise with new amenities
Fort Ritchie gains private investment as new amenities attract businesses and developers. Local officials tout improved facilities and economic prospects, highlighting collaboration with private sector partners to spur job creation and community growth.
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