Positive spin on Ocean City conference and media role
The editorial argues the Chamber of Commerce should promote business positives while media remains independent and not an arm of the Chamber. It refutes cheerleading, notes the need to report warts and all, and cites governor Parris Glendening’s Maryland pitch as context for balanced information for informed decisions.
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Chamber of Commerce
Ocean City
Wi Gov
Parris Glendening
The
Maryland
Legislative Delectation Set for Annapolis Session Prep
Article outlines upcoming public hearings in Winchester Hall and a county commissioners work session on October 21, Targeting public input for wash district refinement and a December 4 public delegation meeting at Winchester Hall. The piece notes the risk of no new legislation after December 4 and the aim to firm a wish list for legislators before election season.
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Annapolis
Winchester Hall
Ain
Rough seas ahead for Capt. Ventura
Ambridge Massachusetts profile of Jesse Ventura paints him as a rough captain steering Minnesota toward an anti establishment stance. He defends gun rights and resists federal overreach while appealing to younger, educated voters with a starkly honest, anti politically correct image.
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Mass
Jesse Ventura
Wee
Harvard
Ventura
Rely
Wien
Isthal Isa
Waco
FBI
Texas
ATF
America
TRS
Jook
Local 4-H lamb champions and school site plan note
Harold Long and Raymond of Creagerstown show champion fat lambs that won 4-H honors at the Frederick Fair. The Board of Education records a 141atre site for a new northwest Frederick elementary school opposite Staley Park along Motter Avenue. Authorities warn children to avoid rides with strangers after a man offered a ride to an 8 year old girl on East Church Street. the car departed when she fled. Community Training members from Rock Creek Center toured The Frederick News-Post. Executive Editor Tom Mills explained the newspaper process, aided by instructor David Beeson and Katherine Sharrer. Michael and Steven Burris of Union Bridge cited as outstanding county News-Post carriers, Michael C. Frye as outstanding city carrier for International Newspaper Carrier Appreciation Day. Key Chevrolet donated a new station wagon to Frederick Chapter of the American Red Cross for transport to hospital and flood work. attendees included Jule Powell and Red Cross members. Cadet members of Frederick Composite Squadron Maryland Wing Civil Air Patrol showcased at Middlekauf High School during a drive for new members, including 2nd Lt Lloyd Eo Christensen, Warrant Officer Robert Paugh, and Staff Sgt Randy Graf.
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Frederick City
East Church Street
Rock Creek Center
Frederick
KEY Chevrolet
American Red Cross
Jule Powell
Red Cross
Gracie Churchman
Frank Bush
Dean
John W Morgan
Alyce T. Weinberg
Charles V Main
Maryland
Civil Wir Patrol
Middlelawn High School
Tlovd Eo Christensen
Robert Paugh
Randy Graf
Unusual rodeo deaths prompt safety assurances
A letter from Frederick County Board of Education President Ron Peppe addresses readers after a fatal rodeo incident and the broader issue of safety. The piece explains the event as an uncommon tragedy and outlines responses by rodeo organizers, volunteers, and donor groups, including support for affected families. It also discusses concerns about a local Eddie Eagle program and NRA materials in schools, emphasizing board oversight and educational focus.
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Alice Tihehine
Fierkan
Grover Sco
Bethoven
Radeo
Ferther Sport
Cris
Sacramento
Caltortita
ROCF
Panub
Bucal
Cate
Su? Oras Bund
Tne Ps
Hockvlhe
Mir Borthan
Eddie Bale Pry
National Rifle Association
Sheriff Office
NRA
Eizens
Board of Education
Ron Peppe Prederick
Frederick County
Voucher fairness and parental choice in schooling
Catherine Dipman argues for voucher options to let parents choose private or homeschooling, urging reduction of public education funding via taxes for those not using it. She questions compulsory contributions, supports market competition, and notes concerns about government control, school values, and student behavior.
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Watson
Donor Roll issue in Frederick County Board of Education
A Frederick County Board of Education debate centers on a Donor Roll letter previously sent to one minority group. The board unanimously agrees that race based distinctions were wrong, countering critic claims about white parent involvement noted in a columnist rant.
No matter how fast you go someone wants to go faster
Virgil H. Soule argues aggressive drivers create road danger by tailgating and using high beams. He says left lane speeders provoke others and that rage exists before entering cars, driven by personal frustrations.
Letters to the Editor Policy at The Frederick News Post
The Frederick News Post seeks signed letters with the sender and business address and phone numbers for verification. Due to high mail volume some letters appear in space-limited form and poetry or religious verse is discouraged. Send letters by mail fax or email to the given addresses.
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Motter Avenue
Spring Valley
Fairview Avenue
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Steven Burris
Iniun Bridge
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City News-Post
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Swanhart Frederck
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