Frederick County growth fuels debate on funding and planning
Census data shows Frederick County ranks second fastest growing in the state with a 22 percent rise from 1990 to 1997, led by Calvert County’s 35 percent. Municipal gains include Myersville up 49 percent, Woodsboro 40 percent, Middletown 33 percent, and Thurmont 31 percent. Officials say growth pressures demand better roads, schools, water, and sewer systems, and fair funding like higher impact fees to support new construction while avoiding suburban sprawl. The challenge remains how to pay for improvements and manage growth responsibly.
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Primary Colors film review hints at political satire and star power
A wide ranging critique of the Elaine May Mike Nichols film Primary Colors based on Joe Klein's novel argues the movie transcends a simple look at a presidential race. It praises Kathy Bates and Emma Thompson, mocks male politicians, and salutes satire as a lens on late 20th century politics.
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Primary Colors movie as a Clinton mirror and its political glare
The review argues Primary Colors presents Gov Stanton as a controversial Clinton-like figure, blending empathy with flaws. It notes 1992 and 1996 elections reflect voters tolerating misdeeds for incumbents, and warns the film may influence views on character in future campaigns.
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Frederick pipe fix nears as six inch line heads in
A water pipe supply for Frederick moved closer to completion after a carload of six inch pipe was en route to the city. Maryland Horticultural Society princess candidate Alice Elizabeth McCain of Frederick, Hood College freshman, was named for Shenandoah Apple Blossom Festival. In Annapolis Acting Gov. Blair Lee signed an order lifting non residential electricity restrictions for Potomac Edison. Eustalco Aluminum plant at Buckeystown eyed restart after coal strike curtailment. Frederick County officers and a state fire investigator who graduated from Western Maryland Police Academy listed among security and fire personnel.
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Irish American Heritage Month Letter to the Editor
A reader questions the designation of March as Irish American Heritage Month and laments curricular omissions. She notes pride in Irish roots but argues for equal media and school coverage of all heritage months and urges plain American identity.
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J. Allen Byrne
California
Flip-flopping on the issues in Annapolis
State Senator Jack Derrdown faces scrutiny in Annapolis as he shifts position on the controversial partial-birth abortion bill. Frederick County residents note his fence sitting ahead of the September Republican Primary while receiving a surprising endorsement from local commentator Roy Meachum.
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Senate
Derr
Frederick
Roy Meachum
Meachumi
Derr’s Courage in Letters to the Editor Sparks Debate
The letter discusses Roy’s fate and criticizes Mr. Derr as Frederick County’s delegation leader in Maryland. It accuses him of political shenanigans and failing to act on human life issues, calling his career’s end a political Waterloo amid Meachum’s support and public scrutiny. Richard Griffin writes from Jefferson.
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Derr
Frederick County
Maryland
Senate
DoD and exchanges deny subsidized pornography claim
The letter argues DoD does not subsidize pornography through AAFES and NAVEX. AAFES and NAVEX operate independently with low profit margins and are non-profit, reinvesting profits into Morale Welfare and Recreation programs. The writer labels critics as biased and notes soldiers surrender certain rights, criticizing Puritanical censorship from non-veterans.
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Chuck Phillips
Army & Air Force Exchange Service
AAFES
Navy Exchange Service
NAVEX
Department of Defense
Dod
MWR
Bartlett
Proposed bill for protection
Opinion on anti domestic violence laws questions ex parte orders and urges support for SB540 by Senator Timothy Ferguson. Argues current practice harms non estranged partners and children while advocating protections that balance safety with family preservation and access to essential assets.
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