Our good friend, Dave Schmidt, joins Bob and Chris to discuss our sister station, Free Country 99.9's fundraiser to help end Childhood cancer with the WFMD Radiothon benefiting St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. 

 

Our good friend, Dave Schmidt, joins Bob and Chris to discuss our sister station, Free Country 99.9's fundraiser to help end Childhood cancer with the WFMD Radiothon benefiting St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.&nbsp;
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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

David Schmidt

🏛️ ICYMI: Drew Phelps Welcomes Jamie Shopland & Delegate Kris Fair to the Morning News Express

While filling in for Bob Miller on the Morning News Express, Drew Phelps sat down with Jamie Shopland, Democratic candidate for Frederick County Council District 2, and Maryland State Delegate Kris Fair for a wide-ranging discussion on the issues shaping Frederick County.

Shopland introduced herself to the WFMD audience, sharing her background as a Special Education Advocate and Legislative Analyst, while explaining her vision for people-centered progress and why she's seeking a seat on the County Council.

Together, Shopland and Fair tackled the challenges of rising housing costs, affordability, and Frederick County's rapid growth, offering perspectives from both the local and state levels. The two discussed how county government and the Maryland General Assembly can work together to address the cost of living, invest in infrastructure, and ensure growth is managed in a way that benefits both current and future residents.

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

🏛️ ICYMI: Drew Phelps Welcomes Jamie Shopland &amp; Delegate Kris Fair to the Morning News Express
While filling in for Bob Miller on the Morning News Express, Drew Phelps sat down with Jamie Shopland, Democratic candidate for Frederick County Council District 2, and Maryland State Delegate Kris Fair for a wide-ranging discussion on the issues shaping Frederick County.
Shopland introduced herself to the WFMD audience, sharing her background as a Special Education Advocate and Legislative Analyst, while explaining her vision for people-centered progress and why she's seeking a seat on the County Council.
Together, Shopland and Fair tackled the challenges of rising housing costs, affordability, and Frederick County's rapid growth, offering perspectives from both the local and state levels. The two discussed how county government and the Maryland General Assembly can work together to address the cost of living, invest in infrastructure, and ensure growth is managed in a way that benefits both current and future residents.
🎧 Missed the interview? Catch the full conversation anytime on the Morning News Express podcast feed.

Jamie Shopland (Running for County Council District 2) & Kris Fair (State Delegate District 3)

🏈 ICYMI: Drew Phelps Talks Football Season Fun with X-Golf Frederick on the Morning News Express

While filling in for Bob Miller on the Morning News Express, Drew Phelps welcomed Matt Louden, owner of X-Golf Frederick, to talk about everything football as the NFL season gets ready to kick off.

Matt shared why X-Golf Frederick is the perfect place to host your Fantasy Football Draft, whether you're looking for a private room, great food and drinks, or a fun atmosphere to kick off the season with your league. He also previewed the venue's plans for NFL watch parties, making it a destination for fans to catch all the action every Sunday.

Whether you're drafting your championship team, cheering on your favorite NFL club, or just looking for a great place to spend football Sundays with friends, Matt explains why X-Golf is ready to make this season one to remember.

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

🏈 ICYMI: Drew Phelps Talks Football Season Fun with X-Golf Frederick on the Morning News Express
While filling in for Bob Miller on the Morning News Express, Drew Phelps welcomed Matt Louden, owner of X-Golf Frederick, to talk about everything football as the NFL season gets ready to kick off.
Matt shared why X-Golf Frederick is the perfect place to host your Fantasy Football Draft, whether you're looking for a private room, great food and drinks, or a fun atmosphere to kick off the season with your league. He also previewed the venue's plans for NFL watch parties, making it a destination for fans to catch all the action every Sunday.
Whether you're drafting your championship team, cheering on your favorite NFL club, or just looking for a great place to spend football Sundays with friends, Matt explains why X-Golf is ready to make this season one to remember.
🎧 Missed the interview? Catch the full conversation anytime on the Morning News Express podcast feed.

Matt Louden, Owner of X-Golf Frederick

🏛️ ICYMI: Drew Phelps Talks Maryland Politics with WBAL's Chris Cichon on the Morning News Express

While filling in for Bob Miller on the Morning News Express, Drew Phelps was joined by Chris Cichon, reporter for WBAL, to break down the latest developments from Governor Wes Moore's special session of the Maryland General Assembly.

Cichon, who was inside the State House throughout the proceedings, explained the proposal that could change Maryland's constitutional framework for congressional redistricting and potentially pave the way for new congressional maps before the 2028 election.

The conversation also focused on the tense atmosphere inside Annapolis, as Democrats and Republicans clashed during hours of debate. Cichon discussed the nearly 20 amendments introduced by House Republicans, how lawmakers handled them, and whether they represented genuine attempts to change the proposal or a strategy to slow the legislative process.

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

🏛️ ICYMI: Drew Phelps Talks Maryland Politics with WBAL's Chris Cichon on the Morning News Express
While filling in for Bob Miller on the Morning News Express, Drew Phelps was joined by Chris Cichon, reporter for WBAL, to break down the latest developments from Governor Wes Moore's special session of the Maryland General Assembly.
Cichon, who was inside the State House throughout the proceedings, explained the proposal that could change Maryland's constitutional framework for congressional redistricting and potentially pave the way for new congressional maps before the 2028 election.
The conversation also focused on the tense atmosphere inside Annapolis, as Democrats and Republicans clashed during hours of debate. Cichon discussed the nearly 20 amendments introduced by House Republicans, how lawmakers handled them, and whether they represented genuine attempts to change the proposal or a strategy to slow the legislative process.
🎧 Missed the interview? Catch the full conversation anytime on the Morning News Express podcast feed.

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