Shoeshine Man Of Annapolis State House Shines On
James Chambers runs the Maryland State House shoeshine stand, shining for over 28 years in sessions and summer meetings. A former shipyard worker and Navy janitor, he beat seizures and alcoholism to sustain a life of independence, charging now up to 3.50 for boots and maintaining his two-seat box. He greets governors and lawmakers, with two free shines for the new governor already arranged, and continues shining, despite past heart attacks and strokes, while also polishing brass rails for extra income.
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Mike) Miller
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Turf Valley manager fired after racial outcry
Fred Grimmel, general manager at Turf Valley Country Club in Howard County, was fired after recording surfaced of him using a racial slur toward a black businessman. Owner Nicholas Mangione said the move aims to ease protests and possible boycotts while offering Grimmel potential other work and urging staff retraining to address minority sensitivity.
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Turf Valley Management
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Ethics Commission probes ties between secretary and lobbyist
In Annapolis the State Ethics Commission opened a preliminary inquiry into links between William A. Fogle, secretary of licensing and regulation, and lobbyist Carolyn T. Burridge who represents regulated clients. Both confirmed prior appearance before the commission amid anonymous tips. Burridge said a representative visited her in early February and Fogle welcomed the review to clear up “baloney.”
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