Population center shifts away from Baltimore in 2000
The 2000 Census places Maryland's population center near Savage in Howard County, marking a move of people and political power toward the Washington suburbs. Officials unveil a public monument, highlighting the shift that could influence redistricting and state politics as Montgomery and Prince George's counties gain clout while Baltimore wanes.
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Savage
Maryland
Baltimore
Washington
Howard County
Baltimore-Washington Industrial Park
James Robey
Savage Park
Elkridge
Montgomery
Prince George’s
State House
Frank Defilippo
Baltimore Business Journal
Wbal Radio
Montgomery County
Blair Lee
Montgomery Journal
Tee Ward Peslere
Eagle Scouts
Lee
Bush meets leaders on terror briefings and airline security
President Bush pressed lawmakers at a breakfast with four top leaders to discuss thwarting future attacks and easing limits on congressional briefings. They sought progress on airline security and a counterterrorism bill stalled in the Senate after Feingold blocked passage. Republicans resisted federalizing screeners, and leaders said they would get needed information.
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House
Senate
Mr. Bush
Russell Feingold
Malee Faces Peak Prison Term Amid Abuse Case
Charles Smith urged the maximum sentence for Malee, citing a lengthy 1980s onward criminal record including desertion, felony thefts, escape, and probation violations. Defense urged up to 20 years, arguing no proof of lifelong harm and that offenses should merge, while noting Malee’s intent to appeal.
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Charles Smith
Malee
U.S. Army
Harris
Maree
Harris Malee
Walkersville Considers Walkway Policy Quick Check
School Superintendent Jack Dale explains existing rules allow walking to a nearby bus stop within a one mile radius for Maple Avenue students. Board members faced safety concerns as officials discuss busing options and the Fulton Avenue stop. Commissioner John L Thompson Jr notes the Fulton stop carries about 16 students.
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Jack Dale
Gray
Dr Dale
Maple Avenue
Peppe
Transportation Department
Dale
Fulton Avenue
John L Thompson Jr
Walkersville
Suspect triggers spray and gunfire at Southern Avenue Metro
An armed man sprayed a cleaning solution pepper spray in a Temple Hills station then fired at a transit office injuring about 35 passengers and workers. The suspect fled and was detained at a hospital. authorities say this appears non terrorist and isolated. Police report he boarded at Suitland with farecard evasion and carried a knife and unknown materials.
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Prince George's County
Southern Avenue
Temple Hills
Kenneth
Wne
Metro
Cheryl Johnson
Authentes
Prince George's Sons
John Farrell
Ranger
City and County Keep Security Levels After Attacks
Local law enforcement maintains current alert status while Frederick city water officials boost raw water testing for potential biological threats. Eisenhart said tests could occur hourly at plants and that extra staff may be added without heavy costs. Deputies advised heightened awareness as county responders stay on alert after U S. attacks.
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Fredenck
Fred Eisenhart
Isenhart
Robert Reid
Frederick
Istemalin
U. S
Montgomery County Plans for Terrorism Readiness
Montgomery County officials assure residents they are trained and equipped to respond to biological and chemical threats. County Executive Duncan notes 1995 preparations, with Urban Search and Rescue and bomb squads highlighted as top nationwide. Health officer Garvey urges practical family plans. antibiotics logistics cited by CDC. Web site www.co.m0.md.us provides full guidance.
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Rockville
Montgomery County
Douglas M. Duncan
Gordon Aoyagi
Michael L. Subin
Subin
Upcounty Council
Nancy Dacek
Department of Fire and Rescue
Carol W. Gar
Vey
Centers For Disease Control
Washington Suburban Sanitary Commission
John R. Griffin
Duncan
Apples Thrive In Maryland Growers Rely On Retail Sales
Apples opened an apple stand in Thurmont and sold 90 percent of its crop to grocery stores. The family now sells nearly all apples retail from a stand along U.S. 15 north of Frederick. Retail prices run about twice wholesale, with area farmers noting consumers can pay up to five times wholesale depending on variety. Co owner Henry Allenberg says retail accounts for 7 percent of volume but about one third of income from apples, helping weather price drops. The USDA estimates Maryland's apple crop at 40 million pounds this year, up from 33.7 million in 2000. Orchards cover much of central Maryland with sale points across the region.
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Thurmont
U.S. 15
Frederick
Black
Henry Allenberg
Allenberg Orchards
Smithsburg
U.S. Agriculture Department
Maryland
Sonata
Halloween Traditions and Cautious Celebrations Across U.S.
The piece notes mixed attitudes toward Halloween amid safety concerns with some families opting for early celebrations and trunk or treat events in suburbs while others stick to traditions. It highlights a Tokyo cartoon cosplay draw, a haunted house project, and reactions to extremist imagery in costumes, including a cautionary tale about a friend who reacted to a Nazi lookalike.
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Broadway
Thomas Roberts
Pin
Mary
Osama bin Laden
Kevin Langsland
Hitler
I Langeanne
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