Billion dollar federal center fuels cost questions
The International Culture and Trade Center in Washington DC confronts soaring costs, with estimates rising from 480 million to over 800 million and possibly near 1 billion. Investigators question price causes, bid process, and mayoral influence on the development contract as Congress debates the project.
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Marion Barry
Washington, D.C
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White House
Capitol
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Pennsylvania Avenue Development Corp
PADC Delta Contract Sparks Congressional Probe and Cost Rise
Washington insiders accuse the PADC of favoritism in awarding a $746 million Delta contract, with costs potentially exceeding $1 billion. Critics say last minute spec changes and affirmative action ties biased the process, while a minority group coalition sues the federal government.
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Delta Partnership
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Gorbachev
United Feature Syndicate, Inc
Pontoon bridge connects Maryland sand bar during Potomac bridge repairs
Eigh t State Roads Commission workers built a 300 foot pontoon footbridge to a Maryland sand bar where travelers could meet a State Roads Commission ferry to cross to a similar footbridge on the West Virginia side while the Brunswick Potomac Bridge undergoes extensive repairs. Three Frederick County women earned Rural Women's Short Course certificates at the University of Maryland with Governor O Conor delivering the keynote and Dr Byrd presenting. Frederick County and 82 course graduates join 20 counties represented in the program as Charter Day plans surface in Winchester Hall. Charter leaders Hutton and J Richard Hudson outlined signature gathering and material distribution for Charter Week June 27 through July 3. Frederick opens a new short order eatery Red Barn at 317 S Jefferson with opening freebies. Migrant education funds will support a fourth year at East Frederick Elementary with 50-60 expected enrollees. Victor Cullen School welcomed new superintendent James M Dean who hosted open house for local leaders. Woodsboro students toured Washington after Mary Anne Wampler urged Congressman Beall Jr. to arrange the trip.
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Willie Nelson
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Memorial honors Frederick County Korean War veterans
Residents gathered at Frederick's Memorial Park for a dedication ceremony to a granite Korean War memorial honoring 23 local fallen and 2,600 county residents who served. Charles Wisner led the drive, with a $120,000 goal and about $19,000 still needed. The monument lists Pusan Perimeter Seoul Pyongyang Inchon Pork Chop Hill.
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Pork Chop Hill
Jersey Barrier Blues and Gas Tax Rants
A satirical riff targets Jersey barriers as maddening road hogs that shrink lanes, delay drivers, and spark roadside feuds. The author muses on barrier costs, MDOT politics, and calls for higher fuel taxes while mocking highway crews and proposing a barrier tipping party.
Board of Education urged to reassess spending and staffing
In a letter from Adamstown reader Aust in Renn, the Frederick County Board of Education is urged to seek larger quarters. The piece contrasts past staffing under Dr. Pruitt with today’s larger student body and questions current expenditure. It cites David R. Gern on education costs and U.S. tests, urging scrutiny of responsibilities and functions.
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Frederick County
U.S. News and World Report
United States
Switzerland
Board of Education
Amazing contrast in Frederick News-Post police actions
The Frederick News-Post on June 14 highlights two police actions. An officer received a reprimand for leaking information about Ashton’s accident while the sheriff’s office pushes speed enforcement aimed at cutting life threatening crashes by 25 percent.
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Frederick
Richard Ashton
Robert Snyder
Snyder
Frederick News-Post
Letters criticize county support for Discovery fuel station decision
Frederick News-Post readers express disappointment with Commissioner Richard Grossnickle for approving a Discovery fuel station, citing contrary letters and calls and recalling a failed Phillips 66 site. Others urge accountability and advocate for an experienced health care provider, while noting letters must be signed with contact details for verification.
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Frederick County
Richard Grossnickle
Discovery
Grossnickle
MD. 26
Mr. Grossnickie
Ana
Frederick
No trophies for all-stars at 1990 Frederick County game
A letter from H Hess Pattis condemns the 1990 Frederick County Girls Softball 12 and under All-Star event in Araby for awarding a 544x8% certificate instead of trophies. The writer urges raising registration fees by 1 to 2 per child to fund two trophies, criticizes the lack of funds, and asks organizers to ensure trophies next year.
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Araby
Frederick County
Linda Boyer for Frederick County commissioner
Mount Airy town councilman David W Pryatt endorses Linda Boyer as a candidate for Frederick County commissioner. He highlights her record as mayor with a resident trooper program strong town administration and firm growth controls. He urges voters to assess her leadership and principles.
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Linda Boyer
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Frederick County
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