Growing confusion over Frederck County growth plans
Editorial calls for clear facts on growth in Frederck County amid conflicting reports. It questions CIP figures, upcoming developments in Brunswick New Market Urbana and elsewhere, and whether current ordinances and tax mechanisms adequately fund water sewer schools and roads or shift costs to residents. The piece urges reliable light on where, when and how the county should grow.
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Urbana
CIP
Odds Favor Hatch for Next Chief Justice Amid Senate Stakes
The piece weighs Bush picks to mirror conservative wing with Scalia and Thomas, hints Orrin Hatch as ideal next chief justice. It notes Rehnquist’s retirement, Senate evenly split, Ashcroft’s confirmation as precedent, and cautions about candidates from the bench facing tough scrutiny.
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Frederick area notes on hotel, park plan, and leg budget
The report cites Manuel Wraberg owner and Frederick attorney seeking to operate Hotel Frederick while Recreation Area plans, dating to 1937, are discussed. National Park Service officials say the area remains a federal reservation as the President envisions a summer retreat. A $2.8 million recreation center is dedicated at Sonne i Home Medical School by Dr Denton A Comey. The Maryland House of Delegates in Annapolis reacts to Reagan budget cuts affecting state funds for Parkway Elementary School renovation.
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Thompson
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Sonne i Home Medical School
Frederick
Louise Thomas Cooley
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Annapolis
David Stockman
Ronald Reagan
Whittler
R. Hughes
Frederick County
Parkway
NASCAR reader questions Orlando Sentinel autopsy photo request
William Dennie Sr writes that the Orlando Sentinel singles out NASCAR for autopsy photo requests while other major sports face scandals. He argues NASCAR would act swiftly against offenders and questions why such photos weren’t pursued after other NASCAR deaths this year.
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Oriespa
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Earnhardt
Orlando
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Orlando Sentinel
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Parents oppose mixed grouping at Frederick middle school
Brian Baumgardner questions the 1995 96 heterogeneous grouping at West Frederick Middle School urging the Frederick County Board of Education to consult parents and teachers. He notes teachers claimed to teach at an honors level but reports neither honors nor directed students benefited. He cites WFMS abandoning mixed grouping and suggests returning to homogeneous classes for better student potential.
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West Frederick
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Ballenger Creek
Thomas Johnson School
Forgiveness Sought After William Van Hall Incident Front Page Debate
A Middletown reader argues for forgiveness following a front page story about William Van Hall. The letter discusses consequences of public exposure and questions if disclosure was necessary while urging restraint and unity.
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Glass
Man Found Guilty in Undercover Theft Case
An unclear report indicates a man named Justin id, a teacher, was found guilty after an incident involving intoxicated driving. The fragment suggests an undercover cop was involved and a death was referenced, but details are unclear.
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Frederick mayor Grimes and the black book controversy
Geoffrey Brown argues Frederick officials shield themselves while neglecting public interest. The writeup links Mayor Jim Grimes to the 1997 election era, the black book scandal, and alleged improper city actions. The piece urges voters to retire the incumbents Blaine Young Bill Hall Joe Baldi and Jim Grimes.
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Frederick City
Jim Grimes
Frederick News-Post
Blaine Young
Bill Hall
Joe Baldi
Grimes
Marijuana and taxes and medical care debate
Robert Cole argues against medical marijuana bills citing reliance on traditional medicine and patient pain. He claims government control over cultivation and distribution would be impossible, hindering taxation and legality. He references terminal illness and stroke cases and urges open consideration of natural therapies.
Mixing students in classes sparks school debate
A reader replies to Phyllis Trethens on February 5 about mixed ability classes. The writer, a parent, argues such grouping can be a disaster and offers support as a nonadministrator, contrasting with Kenneth Saad's call for high‑achieving teachers on March 1W.
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Phyllis Trethens
Kenneth Saad
Thurmont Middle suspension concerns shared by parent
A Thurmont mother, Greta Crowder, backs comments by Mr Sullivan about discipline at Thurmont Middle School in Frederick County. She cites six day suspensions for lying and a one day suspension for defiance, urging detentions instead.
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Tramae Lane
Second Chance For Teachers In Incident Debate
In a defender of educators view, the author argues for a second chance for teacher Justin Warfield involved in a recent incident. The piece contends teachers deserve chance to do right again and calls for restitution to the deceased’s family, though not necessarily monetary.
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Justin Warfield
Question on former principal William Van Hall highlighted
A reader questions a recent letter about former principal William Van Hall. The writer claims he daily taught children to take responsibility, prompting doubt about the accuracy of that assertion.
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William van Hall
Days of our City Express Gratitude and Critique
A fragmented note reflects on Frederick city and the people within it. It praises Mayor Jim Grimes for a steadfast, stonewalling press stance while questioning the town's image and recent turmoil. The tone mixes nostalgia with critique of local leadership and reputation.
Has Jim Grimes Drawn Fire Over City Rule Claims
Diana Halleman says Has Frederick residents must hold Jim Grimes to the law not as a personal ruler. She argues he cannot name streets or strike contracts without input, and cannot punish city workers due to personal conflicts. She urges voters to replace him in the next mayoral election.
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Jim Grimes
Frederick
Jum Grites
Letters to the Editor We welcome Pou Letters
The text shows a damaged OCR of a Letters to the Editor section from The Frederick News-Post. It lists submission guidelines and contact details for letters, including mail and fax, with illegible lines and partially readable addresses and emails.
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