🎙️ ICYMI: Frederick County Council Candidate Louisa Conklin Joins Mid-Maryland Live

Tim May and Frank Mitchell welcomed Louisa Conklin, Democratic candidate for Frederick County Council District 1, to Mid-Maryland Live to discuss her campaign, the issues facing Frederick County and why she's running for a seat on the County Council.

Conklin talks about her concerns over rapid growth and development in Frederick County, the importance of protecting natural resources and her desire to make sure residents have a stronger voice in decisions that impact their communities.

A major focus of her campaign is data center development, particularly her opposition to the County Council's decision to expand data center overlay zones. Conklin discusses how that decision helped motivate her run for office and why she believes community input should play a larger role in shaping the county's future.

🎙️ Hear Conklin explain why she's running, her concerns about growth and data centers, and the priorities she would bring to the Frederick County Council if elected.

🎧 Missed it? Listen to Tim and Frank's full conversation with Louisa Conklin anytime on the Mid-Maryland Live podcast feed.

🎙️ ICYMI: Frederick County Council Candidate Louisa Conklin Joins Mid-Maryland Live
Tim May and Frank Mitchell welcomed Louisa Conklin, Democratic candidate for Frederick County Council District 1, to Mid-Maryland Live to discuss her campaign, the issues facing Frederick County and why she's running for a seat on the County Council.
Conklin talks about her concerns over rapid growth and development in Frederick County, the importance of protecting natural resources and her desire to make sure residents have a stronger voice in decisions that impact their communities.
A major focus of her campaign is data center development, particularly her opposition to the County Council's decision to expand data center overlay zones. Conklin discusses how that decision helped motivate her run for office and why she believes community input should play a larger role in shaping the county's future.
🎙️ Hear Conklin explain why she's running, her concerns about growth and data centers, and the priorities she would bring to the Frederick County Council if elected.
🎧 Missed it? Listen to Tim and Frank's full conversation with Louisa Conklin anytime on the Mid-Maryland Live podcast feed.

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Louisa Conklin, Candidate for Frederick County Council District 1

Frank Mitchell and Tim May sit down with Mary Rolle, Frederick County’s Register of Wills, joins the conversation to explain the important role her office plays in helping families navigate wills, estates, and the probate process.

With a background spanning 14 years in parole and probation, work at a detention center, 25 years teaching at Frederick Community College, and experience as an Orphans’ Court judge, Rolle brings a wealth of knowledge to her current position.

During the discussion, Rolle explains why having a will is so important, how the Register of Wills office helps families settle estates, and why she encourages residents to seek professional legal guidance rather than rely on generic online will kits. She also highlights the office’s efforts to educate the public, including partnering with Frederick Community College for a pro bono day that helps residents access free legal assistance for simple wills.

Rolle shares a personal message during Breast Cancer Awareness Month, encouraging everyone to stay current with their annual mammograms and prioritize early detection.

Frank Mitchell and Tim May sit down with Mary Rolle, Frederick County&rsquo;s Register of Wills, joins the conversation to explain the important role her office plays in helping families navigate wills, estates, and the probate process.
With a background spanning 14 years in parole and probation, work at a detention center, 25 years teaching at Frederick Community College, and experience as an Orphans&rsquo; Court judge, Rolle brings a wealth of knowledge to her current position.
During the discussion, Rolle explains why having a will is so important, how the Register of Wills office helps families settle estates, and why she encourages residents to seek professional legal guidance rather than rely on generic online will kits. She also highlights the office&rsquo;s efforts to educate the public, including partnering with Frederick Community College for a pro bono day that helps residents access free legal assistance for simple wills.
Rolle shares a personal message during Breast Cancer Awareness Month, encouraging everyone to stay current with their annual mammograms and prioritize early detection.

Mary Rolle, Frederick County Register of Wills

Frank Mitchell and Tim May sit down with Randy Leatherman, a member of the Washington County Board of County Commissioners, to discuss the important issues shaping the future of Washington County and the decisions impacting local residents.

A lifelong Washington County resident, Leatherman brings decades of experience in fire and rescue services, including serving with the City of Hagerstown, Fairfax County, Virginia, and Virginia Task Force One, where he participated in state, national, and international rescue operations.

During the conversation, Leatherman shares his perspective on Washington County’s financial outlook, the transition from volunteer to career emergency services, and the ongoing challenges surrounding water and sewer infrastructure. He also discusses the county’s current moratorium on data centers, emphasizing the importance of responsible planning, appropriate regulations, and protecting residents from rising utility costs.

Leatherman explains funding for fire and rescue services, public education, and the proposed immigration processing and detention facility in Williamsport.

Frank Mitchell and Tim May sit down with Randy Leatherman, a member of the Washington County Board of County Commissioners, to discuss the important issues shaping the future of Washington County and the decisions impacting local residents.
A lifelong Washington County resident, Leatherman brings decades of experience in fire and rescue services, including serving with the City of Hagerstown, Fairfax County, Virginia, and Virginia Task Force One, where he participated in state, national, and international rescue operations.
During the conversation, Leatherman shares his perspective on Washington County&rsquo;s financial outlook, the transition from volunteer to career emergency services, and the ongoing challenges surrounding water and sewer infrastructure. He also discusses the county&rsquo;s current moratorium on data centers, emphasizing the importance of responsible planning, appropriate regulations, and protecting residents from rising utility costs.
Leatherman explains funding for fire and rescue services, public education, and the proposed immigration processing and detention facility in Williamsport.

Randy Leatherman, Washington County Board of County Commissioners

Frank Mitchell and Tim May talk to Maryland State Senator Karen Lewis Young, who represents District 3, joins the conversation to discuss the state’s budget challenges, taxpayer concerns, and her legislative priorities for Frederick County. Young explains her perspective on Maryland’s revenue challenges, the impact of federal funding cuts, and the rising costs of maintaining roads, bridges, and other critical infrastructure.

She also highlights several accomplishments from the 2026 legislative session, including securing $1 million for the expansion of Frederick Health Hospital and advancing Mason’s Law to strengthen storm drain safety following a tragic drowning in Mount Airy.

Looking ahead, Young outlines her plans to push for greater accountability and environmental protections surrounding data centers, fair funding for Frederick County schools, lower prescription drug costs, improved transparency for residents, and property tax credits for seniors and uniformed service members.

The discussion also covers Maryland’s 287(g) immigration enforcement program, concerns about residents’ constitutional rights, and the challenges of balancing state spending with the needs of Maryland families.

As she seeks reelection to the Maryland State Senate, Young shares her priorities for the upcoming legislative session and explains how residents can learn more about her record and plans for the future.

Frank Mitchell and Tim May talk to Maryland State Senator Karen Lewis Young, who represents District 3, joins the conversation to discuss the state&rsquo;s budget challenges, taxpayer concerns, and her legislative priorities for Frederick County. Young explains her perspective on Maryland&rsquo;s revenue challenges, the impact of federal funding cuts, and the rising costs of maintaining roads, bridges, and other critical infrastructure.
She also highlights several accomplishments from the 2026 legislative session, including securing $1 million for the expansion of Frederick Health Hospital and advancing Mason&rsquo;s Law to strengthen storm drain safety following a tragic drowning in Mount Airy.
Looking ahead, Young outlines her plans to push for greater accountability and environmental protections surrounding data centers, fair funding for Frederick County schools, lower prescription drug costs, improved transparency for residents, and property tax credits for seniors and uniformed service members.
The discussion also covers Maryland&rsquo;s 287(g) immigration enforcement program, concerns about residents&rsquo; constitutional rights, and the challenges of balancing state spending with the needs of Maryland families.
As she seeks reelection to the Maryland State Senate, Young shares her priorities for the upcoming legislative session and explains how residents can learn more about her record and plans for the future.

Louisa Conklin, Candidate for Frederick County Council District 1

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