Senate weighs guns limits and stadium votes this week
A Maryland Senate panel approves a handgun sale limit and private sale background checks while a stadium funding vote nears. The plan to repeal the snack tax gains momentum as budget battles loom. A lobbying disclosure rollback may soften reporting of meals and gifts to lawmakers.
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Red Cross Volunteers Keep Busy With Shelter Duties And Training
A Frederick Maryland Red Cross unit details volunteer roles, from lunch rituals to disaster response. Volunteers Millie Slagle and Donna Miller recount joining after Gulf War service, while Ramona Johnstone notes a family connection to the cause. The office, led by Winnie Stup, operates a 24 hour message service and quick disaster response, with training monthly and a two hour disaster arrival goal. Additional items cover 1998 local crises and how vouchers aid disaster victims in rebuilding independence.
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Crace
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Maple syrup demo highlights state’s lagging output
Ranger Doney notes the state slipped to 12th to 15th in production due to recent poor weather. Demonstration visitors toured tents for stories, crafts, and maple syrup videos while volunteers cooked pancakes and sausage. Store bought syrup dominated concessions though health rules prevent ranger-made syrup.
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Health Department
Memorial fund set up for deceased Frederick man
A memorial fund is being established for Mr. Steelman, a 1993 Frederick High School graduate employed at Tim Thompson Hard Wood Floors Inc. in Frederick. No criminal charges were filed in the ATV accident and the case is closed. His family could not be reached for comment. contributions may be sent to his father, Johnny Steelman, at 2826 Park Mills Road, Adamstown, MD 21710.
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Frederick High School
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Spring Weather Brings Tornado Alley Fears to Frederick
Forecasters predict similar temperatures for the week with sun possible later. In Frederick Oklahoma population 4500 residents like Curtis Vaughn note warm days near 85 degrees and a light shower Sunday. Frederick lies in Tornado Alley where a 1973 killer twister damaged the town, prompting siren alerts and frantic storm cellar preparations.
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Math and science magnet wins district middle school
A Takoma Park Middle School math and science magnet team won after completing all 10 team questions. Mr Diaz noted the TJ team's only perfect score as a contrast. Mr Nicodemus shared playful remarks about last night’s puzzle session and a friend with a therapy doctorate.
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Diaz
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Takoma Park
Harford County
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Patrick
Katy Washburn
David Shaw
Walkersville
Todd Sigman
Kyle McNeel
Kyle Royer
Michael Gough
Amtrak Sunset Limited Hits 18-Wheeler Near Mobile
The Sunset Limited struck a tractor-trailer at a crossing 12 miles west of Mobile at about 7:20 a.m., injuring two crew members and the truck driver in a fiery crash. No passengers were hurt. The crossing lacks signals, and the cause remains unknown.
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Ala
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Marc Magliari
Magliari
Taiwan troops rehearse as Beijing tensions rise near Taiwan Strait
Reporters observed a mock beach assault at Huko Army Base with 100 soldiers playing gun crews and defenders under heavy rain. General Kao An-kuo vowed swift mobilization to defend the nation if provoked. Beijing denounced U.S. claims and warned against forceful actions as Taiwan votes near.
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Huko Army
Kao An-kuo
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