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

On the Morning News Express, Bob Miller was joined by , Republican candidate for Governor of Maryland, for a wide-ranging conversation about the direction of the state and his campaign platform.

Cox shared his belief that Maryland has moved in the wrong direction over the last several years, criticizing policies tied to rising energy costs and the overall cost of living. He outlined his platform focused on cutting taxes, expanding school choice, supporting law enforcement, and lowering energy costs through increased competition and in-state power generation. He also discussed his views on parental rights in education and opposition to government health mandates.

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

On the Morning News Express, Bob Miller was joined by , Republican candidate for Governor of Maryland, for a wide-ranging conversation about the direction of the state and his campaign platform.
Cox shared his belief that Maryland has moved in the wrong direction over the last several years, criticizing policies tied to rising energy costs and the overall cost of living. He outlined his platform focused on cutting taxes, expanding school choice, supporting law enforcement, and lowering energy costs through increased competition and in-state power generation. He also discussed his views on parental rights in education and opposition to government health mandates.
🎧 Missed the interview? Catch the full conversation anytime on the Morning News Express podcast feed.

Dan Cox, Republican Gubernatorial Candidate

On the Morning News Express, Bob Miller was joined by Jeff Holtzinger, who is running to become the Republican candidate for Frederick County Executive ahead of the June 23 primary.

Holtzinger discussed what he believes differentiates him from fellow Republican candidate Diane Fouché, outlining his vision and priorities for the county. He also shared his thoughts on the county budget and how he would approach spending, growth, and fiscal management if elected.

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

On the Morning News Express, Bob Miller was joined by Jeff Holtzinger, who is running to become the Republican candidate for Frederick County Executive ahead of the June 23 primary.
Holtzinger discussed what he believes differentiates him from fellow Republican candidate Diane Fouch&eacute;, outlining his vision and priorities for the county. He also shared his thoughts on the county budget and how he would approach spending, growth, and fiscal management if elected.
🎧 Missed the interview? Catch the full conversation anytime on the Morning News Express podcast feed.

Jeff Holtzinger, Candidate for Republican Frederick County Executive Primary

On the Morning News Express, Bob Miller was joined by Chuck Johnson, candidate for Sheriff of Washington County, Maryland, to talk about his campaign and vision for the department.

Johnson discussed his background in law enforcement, what inspired him to put his name in the race, and the priorities shaping his platform. From public safety to leadership and community engagement, he shared how his experience as an officer has prepared him for the role and what changes he’d like to bring if elected.

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

On the Morning News Express, Bob Miller was joined by Chuck Johnson, candidate for Sheriff of Washington County, Maryland, to talk about his campaign and vision for the department.
Johnson discussed his background in law enforcement, what inspired him to put his name in the race, and the priorities shaping his platform. From public safety to leadership and community engagement, he shared how his experience as an officer has prepared him for the role and what changes he&rsquo;d like to bring if elected.
🎧 Missed the interview? Catch the full conversation anytime on the Morning News Express podcast feed.

Dana Parsons From the Maryland State Art Council

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