
Frederick County clarifies emergency exception in proposed ICE cooperation limits
The council unanimously approved an amendment defining urgent public-safety situations. The broader Values Act remains pending, with another hearing scheduled Oct. 13.
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The public ceremony will honor the former mayor’s role in the flood-control project and downtown revitalization that helped shape modern Frederick.

Council members are scheduled to consider the Values Act and a disputed zoning proposal, followed by hearings on four additional bills.

The Rotary-organized festival brought food, music and crowds to the Frederick Fairgrounds while supporting scholarships and charitable work.

Richard Griffin denies intentionally exposing himself during an alleged Ocean City incident. The city confirmed he was on leave but did not disclose why.

Council members postponed Philip Bowers’ reappointment after Katie Nash questioned whether he meets the commission’s city residency requirement.

Cakes, hand-painted saws and a children’s pedal tractor competition brought families together at Rose Hill Manor Park and Museums.