The Maryland State Arts Council is sponsoring seven regional institutes for artists, arts organizations, arts leaders, and arts supporters to gather for collaborative discussion and professional development. Entitled, “Creative Conversations,” these sessions are being conducted in partnership with the Maryland Citizens for the Arts, Maryland Volunteer Lawyers for the Arts, Maryland Nonprofits and Maryland State Department of Education.Dana Parson talked to us about this program.

The Maryland State Arts Council is sponsoring seven regional institutes for artists, arts organizations, arts leaders, and arts supporters to gather for collaborative discussion and professional development. Entitled, &ldquo;Creative Conversations,&rdquo; these sessions are being conducted in partnership with the Maryland Citizens for the Arts, Maryland Volunteer Lawyers for the Arts, Maryland Nonprofits and Maryland State Department of Education.Dana Parson talked to us about this program.

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;

The Morning News Express

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.

The Morning News Express Podcast

Dana Parsons From the Maryland State Art Council

🎙️ ICYMI: Dan Cox Joins the Morning News Express Following Maryland’s Gubernatorial Debate

Bob Miller welcomed Dan Cox, Republican candidate for governor of Maryland, to the Morning News Express following Tuesday night’s gubernatorial debate with Democratic incumbent Gov. Wes Moore.

The candidates clashed over several major issues facing Maryland, including the state’s projected budget deficit, taxes, affordability, immigration, data centers and the FBI headquarters project. Cox argued Marylanders are “paying more, but getting less” and said he would not raise taxes, while Moore defended his administration’s record and pointed to federal policies as a factor in the financial pressures facing working families.

One of the notable exchanges came when Moore was asked whether he would commit to serving all four years of a second term if reelected. Moore spoke about his commitment to Maryland and the work his administration has done across the state but did not directly answer yes or no.

Cox addressed that moment Wednesday morning with Bob.

🗣️ “Why would you vote for somebody, who has looked in the camera and won’t promise to serve?” Cox said.

🎙️ Hear Dan Cox’s reaction to the debate, his criticism of Moore’s response and his thoughts on some of the major issues facing Maryland voters.

🎧 Missed it? Listen to Bob Miller’s full conversation with Dan Cox anytime on the Morning News Express podcast feed.

🎙️ ICYMI: Dan Cox Joins the Morning News Express Following Maryland&rsquo;s Gubernatorial Debate
Bob Miller welcomed Dan Cox, Republican candidate for governor of Maryland, to the Morning News Express following Tuesday night&rsquo;s gubernatorial debate with Democratic incumbent Gov. Wes Moore.
The candidates clashed over several major issues facing Maryland, including the state&rsquo;s projected budget deficit, taxes, affordability, immigration, data centers and the FBI headquarters project. Cox argued Marylanders are &ldquo;paying more, but getting less&rdquo; and said he would not raise taxes, while Moore defended his administration&rsquo;s record and pointed to federal policies as a factor in the financial pressures facing working families.
One of the notable exchanges came when Moore was asked whether he would commit to serving all four years of a second term if reelected. Moore spoke about his commitment to Maryland and the work his administration has done across the state but did not directly answer yes or no.
Cox addressed that moment Wednesday morning with Bob.
🗣️ &ldquo;Why would you vote for somebody, who has looked in the camera and won&rsquo;t promise to serve?&rdquo; Cox said.
🎙️ Hear Dan Cox&rsquo;s reaction to the debate, his criticism of Moore&rsquo;s response and his thoughts on some of the major issues facing Maryland voters.
🎧 Missed it? Listen to Bob Miller&rsquo;s full conversation with Dan Cox anytime on the Morning News Express podcast feed.

Dan Cox, Republican Candidate for Governor of Maryland

🚒🔥 ICYMI: Frederick County Fire Chief Tom Coe Joins the Morning News Express

Bob Miller welcomed Frederick County Fire Chief Tom Coe to the Morning News Express to talk about Fire Prevention Week and some important ways families can help keep their homes safe.

Chief Coe also previews a big event happening this weekend as Frederick County Fire & Rescue Day takes over FSK Mall this Saturday, Oct. 10 from 11 AM–3 PM!

🚒 It’s a chance for the entire family to meet local firefighters and EMTs, tour emergency vehicles, watch live demonstrations, learn lifesaving skills, enjoy family-friendly activities and meet other local public safety partners.

📍 FSK Mall — 5500 Buckeystown Pike, Frederick
⏰ Saturday, Oct. 10 | 11 AM–3 PM

🎙️ Hear Chief Coe talk about Fire Prevention Week, important fire safety reminders and everything families can expect at Saturday’s Fire & Rescue Day.

🎧 Missed it? Listen to Bob Miller’s full conversation with Fire Chief Tom Coe anytime on the Morning News Express podcast feed.

🚒🔥 ICYMI: Frederick County Fire Chief Tom Coe Joins the Morning News Express
Bob Miller welcomed Frederick County Fire Chief Tom Coe to the Morning News Express to talk about Fire Prevention Week and some important ways families can help keep their homes safe.
Chief Coe also previews a big event happening this weekend as Frederick County Fire &amp; Rescue Day takes over FSK Mall this Saturday, Oct. 10 from 11 AM&ndash;3 PM!
🚒 It&rsquo;s a chance for the entire family to meet local firefighters and EMTs, tour emergency vehicles, watch live demonstrations, learn lifesaving skills, enjoy family-friendly activities and meet other local public safety partners.
📍 FSK Mall &mdash; 5500 Buckeystown Pike, Frederick ⏰ Saturday, Oct. 10 | 11 AM&ndash;3 PM
🎙️ Hear Chief Coe talk about Fire Prevention Week, important fire safety reminders and everything families can expect at Saturday&rsquo;s Fire &amp; Rescue Day.
🎧 Missed it? Listen to Bob Miller&rsquo;s full conversation with Fire Chief Tom Coe anytime on the Morning News Express podcast feed.

Tom Coe, Fire Chief of Frederick County

🏆 ICYMI: DoGood-er Awards Founder Caressa Peterson Joins the Morning News Express

Bob Miller welcomed Caressa Peterson, founder and coordinator of the DoGood-er Awards, to the Morning News Express to preview this year's celebration of the people making a difference throughout Frederick County.

Founded in 2014, the DoGood-er Awards recognize the everyday heroes who give their time, energy and talents to help others. Honorees come from across the community, with categories recognizing volunteers, young people, businesses, educators, public servants, military members, nonprofits and unsung heroes.

Caressa talks with Bob about how the awards got started, what goes into selecting the honorees and why recognizing people who quietly give back can have such a positive impact on the entire community.

And Bob knows the DoGood-er Awards pretty well! After being honored with an award himself last year, Bob returns this year as the keynote speaker for the annual ceremony, taking place Thursday, Oct. 8.

The event also gives back, with proceeds helping support local nonprofits and community organizations throughout Frederick County.

🎧 Missed the conversation? Listen to Bob Miller's full interview with Caressa Peterson and hear more about this year's DoGood-er Awards anytime on the Morning News Express podcast feed.

🏆 ICYMI: DoGood-er Awards Founder Caressa Peterson Joins the Morning News Express
Bob Miller welcomed Caressa Peterson, founder and coordinator of the DoGood-er Awards, to the Morning News Express to preview this year's celebration of the people making a difference throughout Frederick County.
Founded in 2014, the DoGood-er Awards recognize the everyday heroes who give their time, energy and talents to help others. Honorees come from across the community, with categories recognizing volunteers, young people, businesses, educators, public servants, military members, nonprofits and unsung heroes.
Caressa talks with Bob about how the awards got started, what goes into selecting the honorees and why recognizing people who quietly give back can have such a positive impact on the entire community.
And Bob knows the DoGood-er Awards pretty well! After being honored with an award himself last year, Bob returns this year as the keynote speaker for the annual ceremony, taking place Thursday, Oct. 8.
The event also gives back, with proceeds helping support local nonprofits and community organizations throughout Frederick County.
🎧 Missed the conversation? Listen to Bob Miller's full interview with Caressa Peterson and hear more about this year's DoGood-er Awards anytime on the Morning News Express podcast feed.

Dana Parsons From the Maryland State Art Council

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