Builders push for impact fees and redistricting clash
Developers urge higher impact fees to curb overcrowded schools while Walkersville and Thurmont debate APFO rules and redistricting. County officials advocate phased growth and CIP planning, with officials warning against wholesale bused students and broader tax hikes. Community leaders split on solutions and politics.
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Thompson
Walkersville
APFO
Thurmont Citizens For Education
Thurmont Elementary
Lake Singapore
Gov. Thomas Johnson
TJ High
Deer Crossing
New Market Middle
TJ Middle
Wll
Frederick High
Ms Smith
Seawright
Montgomery County
Raymond Barnes
Auilder
Mr. Barnes
Wolfsville
Lewistown
Catoctin
Frederick County
Terrence Best
Thurmont
Mr. Best
Walkersville Library celebrates 10th anniversary event
The Walkersville Branch Library marked its tenth anniversary with the Library Advisory Board and staff hosting a large group of patrons. Original board members, former branch managers, and current leaders were honored, with Doris Copper presenting the honored guests.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Walkersville
Doris Copper
Storm Traps Cars as Snow Hits Nebraska Iowa and Beyond
A weekend snowstorm blasted Kansas Nebraska Iowa and Wisconsin with 9 to 13 inches in spots and winds over 50 mph. Vehicles bogged down on slick roads prompting plows to be pulled and rescue missions mounted. Weather disrupted travel at Des Moines airport and left motorists stranded in Nebraska City and Menomonie while Oklahoma panhandle faces 6 inches of snow and crowded shelters.
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Dave Fobert
Omaha
Nebraska
Iowa
Harold Jensen
Story County
Rockies
Colorado
Kansas
Upper
Michigan
Grand Island
Steve Hamer
Wisconsin
Verona
Wis
Des Moines International
University of Wisconsin-Stout
Menomonie
I-80
Jackson
Wyo
Dave Kleber
Oklahoma Panhandle
Fashion and Music Videos Fuel a Shared Style Rise
The fashion and music video worlds entwine as designers cite artists like Madonna, Elton John, and Beck as key inspirations. Tommy Hilfiger, Versace, and Armani shape looks for tours and stages while Bloomingdale’s and brands like Wrangler promote rock and country crossovers. Industry figures say music videos fuel trends, with event merchandising and artist partnerships pushing consumer reach.
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New York
Gianni Versace
Versace
Madonna
Elton John
MTV
Tommy Hilfiger
Sheryl Crow
David Byrne
Stone Temple Pilots
No Doubt
Hilfiger
Seventh Avenue
Radio City Music Hall
Bruce Springsteen
The
Wallflowers
Jewel
Dries van Noten
Beck
Will Smith
Bloomingdale
Lisa Loeb
Terry Lundgren
Federated Department Stores Inc
Bloomingdale’s
TFA
Scott Huston
Federated Merchandising Group
Freedom
Los Angeles
Angela Harris
Wilson Harris JU
Moschino
Dolce & Gabanna
Prada
Maurice Malone
Wilson Harns
Garth Brooks
Boe Ser
Wrangler
Fruit of the Loom
Hank Williams Jr
Wynonna
Randy Travis
Charlie Daniels
William Farley
Farley
Perry Ellis International
Richard Haines
Rolling Stones
David Bowie
Haines
Groovy Lou
Bad Boy Entertainment
Martin Zalewski
Gwen Stefani
Chasia Kwane
Brown shoes vs black shoes in men’s fashion
A fashion feature examines the rise of brown shoes alongside black, noting buyers view brown as the new black. Tom Wilson of Dockers Footwear and Dick Kessler of King's Men's Wear discuss consumer trends, testing readers on shoe color and highlighting shifts toward earthier tones amid evolving suit colors.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tom Wilson
Dockers Footwear
Mr. Wilson
Dick Kessler
King’s Men’s Wear
Cole Haan
Allen-Edmonds
Colorful debate on black versus brown men’s dress shoes
Local businessmen and experts discuss favorite shoe colors from black wing tips to brown tassel loafers. Cordovan pairs and color trends like chili brown appear, with advice linking shoe shade to suits and professional image.
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Dan Mascarello
Hanover Shoes
Frederick Towne Mall
Hal Rubenstein
Charlie Smith
Loyd Hopkins
Jack Ottinger
Wheat First Building
Pari Spa
Frederick
Adam Lewis
State
Robert Campbell
Annapolis
Mr. Mascarello
Top Service Shoemaker Bends Runway Feet On Stage
New York designer Fabrice Gallean blends art and craft at his midtown shop supplying custom footwear for fashion week shows. He dyes Mizrahi heels, reparis stilettos, and outfits high profile clients such as Naomi Campbell while working with Bergdorf Goodman and Vera Wang. Fashion Week brings late nights and tight deadlines, with disasters like mismatched heels spurring quick fixes.
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Fabrice Galilean
Virginie Guilloux
Regis
New York
Fabrice
Fabrice Gallean
Isaac Mizrahi
Michael Jackson
Italy
Gallean
Manhattan
Larry King
Sigourney Weaver
Cindy Crawford
Gailean
Donna Karan
Ralph Lauren
Prada
Gianni Versace
Calvin Klein
Naom Campbell
Bergdorf Goodman
Stuart Weitzman
Patrick Cox
Vera Wang
Mizrahi
Stephane Kellans
Manolo Blahnik
Fifth Avenue
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New Market
Ilona Hogan
CIP
Bull Green
Nebraska City
Lincoln
Diane Gonzalez
Ben Nelson
Rose Fredrickson
Jcpenney
Levi's
Fletchcrest
Nes
Francis Scott Key
Frederick Towne
J.c.penney Company, Inc
the Fashion Association
VH1
Susan Bauer
Sam Yu
Mike Horman
Susan Guynn
News-Post
Brown Vs
Black
Virgina Riddle
Allen- Edmonds Shoe Corp
Port Washington
Ms. Riddle
HBO
Ms Riddle
Deborah Scott
Santa Claus
Santa
Mr. Campbell
Shoemaker
Francine Parnes
Associated Press
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