The Parents of Hero and Veteran, Jacob Hardy, join Bob and Chris to discuss the tragedy of Jacob taking his own life and how they are memorializing their son through the drawing of local artist Yemi of a portrait that will hang in the Maryland State House. Delegate Mike Griffith also joins the interview to explain how he got the ball rolling to memorialize Jacob. We also discuss how Jacob is still a hero, by his parents aviating for the mental health of veterans.  

The Parents of Hero and Veteran, Jacob Hardy, join Bob and Chris to discuss the tragedy of Jacob taking his own life and how they are memorializing their son through the drawing of local artist Yemi of a portrait that will hang in the Maryland State House. Delegate Mike Griffith also joins the interview to explain how he got the ball rolling to memorialize Jacob. We also discuss how Jacob is still a hero, by his parents aviating for the mental health of veterans.&nbsp;

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

Frank and Sue Hardy

On the Morning News Express, Bob Miller welcomed Jamie Shopland, candidate for Frederick County Council District 2, to talk about her vision for the future of the county. Shopland outlined her focus on creating “lovable,” accessible communities, emphasizing the need to expand housing options, cut red tape, and improve infrastructure to support a growing population.

She also highlighted her passion for accessibility and inclusion, drawing on her background in special education advocacy, and discussed priorities like housing affordability for seniors and young people, resilient infrastructure investment, faster permitting, and protecting environmental and agricultural land. It was a thoughtful conversation centered on growth, balance, and community-first planning.

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

On the Morning News Express, Bob Miller welcomed Jamie Shopland, candidate for Frederick County Council District 2, to talk about her vision for the future of the county. Shopland outlined her focus on creating &ldquo;lovable,&rdquo; accessible communities, emphasizing the need to expand housing options, cut red tape, and improve infrastructure to support a growing population.
She also highlighted her passion for accessibility and inclusion, drawing on her background in special education advocacy, and discussed priorities like housing affordability for seniors and young people, resilient infrastructure investment, faster permitting, and protecting environmental and agricultural land. It was a thoughtful conversation centered on growth, balance, and community-first planning.
🎧 Missed the interview? Catch the full conversation anytime on the Morning News Express podcast feed.

Jamie Shopland, Candidate for Frederick County Council District 2

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.

Frank and Sue Hardy

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