Former Alderman, County Council and WFMD Radio Host Blaine Young talks about his friend and Mentor former Mayor Jim Grimes who passed away at 85 over the weekend. 

Former Alderman, County Council and WFMD Radio Host Blaine Young talks about his friend and Mentor former Mayor Jim Grimes who passed away at 85 over the weekend.

The Morning News Express is your weekday wake-up call from 6–9am, led by the one and only Morning Mayor, Bob Miller. You know the voice. The laugh. The stories. The legend. It’s the reason Frederick gets up and gets informed.

Bob’s been the king of morning talk in Frederick for 30+ years, holding down the WFMD fort for 27 of them. A proud Frederick County native, his roots run deep—son of the legendary local vet Doc Miller, raised on a 180-acre beef farm, and yes, he really did show cattle across the country. (Moo included.)

His resume is impressive, his humor even better. Senior class president and class clown at Walkersville High (Class of 1980), Bob also helped launch the school’s first-ever football team—the gritty “Mean 19.”

Off the mic, Bob’s a proud husband to Lynda (30+ years strong), a dad to Erin and Bryan, and a super-proud granddad to little Kaelyn.

Bob’s known radio was his calling forever, with stops at major stations in Baltimore and D.C. But Frederick is home, and every morning he brings his voice, wit, and community-first perspective to Free Talk 930 WFMD. He’s joined by great local guests all week to cover what’s happening in and around Frederick County, plus national reporters from Fox News Radio to break down what’s happening across the country.

As Bob’s mom says: “At least now I can finally turn him off.”

The Morning News Express is your weekday wake-up call from 6&ndash;9am, led by the one and only Morning Mayor, Bob Miller. You know the voice. The laugh. The stories. The legend. It&rsquo;s the reason Frederick gets up and gets informed.
Bob&rsquo;s been the king of morning talk in Frederick for 30+ years, holding down the WFMD fort for 27 of them. A proud Frederick County native, his roots run deep&mdash;son of the legendary local vet Doc Miller, raised on a 180-acre beef farm, and yes, he really did show cattle across the country. (Moo included.)
His resume is impressive, his humor even better. Senior class president and class clown at Walkersville High (Class of 1980), Bob also helped launch the school&rsquo;s first-ever football team&mdash;the gritty &ldquo;Mean 19.&rdquo;
Off the mic, Bob&rsquo;s a proud husband to Lynda (30+ years strong), a dad to Erin and Bryan, and a super-proud granddad to little Kaelyn.
Bob&rsquo;s known radio was his calling forever, with stops at major stations in Baltimore and D.C. But Frederick is home, and every morning he brings his voice, wit, and community-first perspective to Free Talk 930 WFMD. He&rsquo;s joined by great local guests all week to cover what&rsquo;s happening in and around Frederick County, plus national reporters from Fox News Radio to break down what&rsquo;s happening across the country.
As Bob&rsquo;s mom says: &ldquo;At least now I can finally turn him off.&rdquo;

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The Morning News Express will wake up informed, with WFMD traffic and weather reports on the “eights,” comprehensive local news from the Associated Press “News Operation of the Year,” and national news from FOX. 

The Morning News Express will wake up informed, with WFMD traffic and weather reports on the&nbsp;&ldquo;eights,&rdquo; comprehensive local news from the Associated Press &ldquo;News Operation of the Year,&rdquo; and national news from FOX.

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Blaine Young on Mayor Grimes

On the Morning News Express, Bob Miller welcomed Danielle Adams, Executive Director of the Frederick County Building Industry Association, to talk about the Frederick Home and Garden Expo happening all weekend long at the Frederick Fairgrounds.

Danielle shared what attendees can expect—from home improvement ideas and landscaping inspiration to local vendors, experts, and plenty of ways to kickstart your next project. Whether you're planning a renovation or just looking for ideas, it’s shaping up to be a great event for homeowners and families alike.

🎧 Missed the interview? Catch the full conversation anytime on the Morning News Express podcast feed.

On the Morning News Express, Bob Miller welcomed Danielle Adams, Executive Director of the Frederick County Building Industry Association, to talk about the Frederick Home and Garden Expo happening all weekend long at the Frederick Fairgrounds.
Danielle shared what attendees can expect&mdash;from home improvement ideas and landscaping inspiration to local vendors, experts, and plenty of ways to kickstart your next project. Whether you're planning a renovation or just looking for ideas, it&rsquo;s shaping up to be a great event for homeowners and families alike.
🎧 Missed the interview? Catch the full conversation anytime on the Morning News Express podcast feed.

Danielle Adams, Executive Director of the FCBIA

On the Morning News Express, Bob Miller welcomed Jeff Monosso of Fox News Radio to break down the latest from Washington as confirmation hearings get underway for President Trump’s pick to lead the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, Oklahoma Senator Johnwayne Mullin. Jeff shared what’s happening inside the hearings, the key issues being raised, and what lawmakers are focusing on as they evaluate the nomination.

It’s a critical role with major national security implications, and Jeff helped put the process — and what comes next — into clear perspective.

🎧 Missed the interview? Catch the full conversation anytime on the Morning News Express podcast feed.

On the Morning News Express, Bob Miller welcomed Jeff Monosso of Fox News Radio to break down the latest from Washington as confirmation hearings get underway for President Trump&rsquo;s pick to lead the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, Oklahoma Senator Johnwayne Mullin. Jeff shared what&rsquo;s happening inside the hearings, the key issues being raised, and what lawmakers are focusing on as they evaluate the nomination.
It&rsquo;s a critical role with major national security implications, and Jeff helped put the process &mdash; and what comes next &mdash; into clear perspective.
🎧 Missed the interview? Catch the full conversation anytime on the Morning News Express podcast feed.

Jeff Monosso, Fox News Radio

On the Morning News Express, Bob Miller welcomed Phyllis York, Executive Director of the Empowering Community Leaders Network, to talk about the incredible work their nonprofit is doing right here in Frederick County.

Founded in 2014 by Phyllis and Dr. Lorenzo York, the organization empowers middle school girls through its S.W.A.G. program — Sisters Wholesome Aspiring toward Greatness. The program focuses on leadership training, mentorship, and cultural enrichment, helping young girls build confidence, strengthen academic success, and prepare to become leaders in their communities.

🎧 Missed the interview? Catch the full conversation anytime on the Morning News Express podcast feed.

On the Morning News Express, Bob Miller welcomed Phyllis York, Executive Director of the Empowering Community Leaders Network, to talk about the incredible work their nonprofit is doing right here in Frederick County.
Founded in 2014 by Phyllis and Dr. Lorenzo York, the organization empowers middle school girls through its S.W.A.G. program &mdash; Sisters Wholesome Aspiring toward Greatness. The program focuses on leadership training, mentorship, and cultural enrichment, helping young girls build confidence, strengthen academic success, and prepare to become leaders in their communities.
🎧 Missed the interview? Catch the full conversation anytime on the Morning News Express podcast feed.

Blaine Young on Mayor Grimes

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