Mid Maryland Live

On Mid-Maryland Live, Tim May and Frank Mitchell continue their open invitation to candidates from any party to join the show and talk about their races and the policies they’re running on. This time, they welcomed Spencer Rhoda, who is running for Maryland Delegate in District 9A. Rhoda, who was born and raised in Maryland, has spent much of his life in the region, living in Montgomery County for 25 of his 40 years. Now residing in Damascus with his wife, he works as a real estate broker and shared what motivated him to enter the race, along with the issues he believes are most important to voters in the district. 🎧 Missed the conversation? Catch the full interview anytime on Mid-Maryland Live.

On Mid-Maryland Live, Tim May and Frank Mitchell continued their open invitation to candidates from any party to come on the show and talk about their races and the policies they’re running on. This time, they welcomed Dr. Brenda J. Thiam, a candidate for Maryland’s Lieutenant Governor. Dr. Thiam, a behavioral health specialist and Republican leader, made history as the first Black Republican woman to serve in the Maryland General Assembly, representing District 2B in Washington County after being appointed by Governor Larry Hogan in 2020. During her time in Annapolis, she focused on issues including education, family law, and public safety. On the show, she discussed why she’s running statewide and the priorities she believes Maryland should be focusing on moving forward. 🎧 Missed the conversation? Catch the full interview anytime on Mid-Maryland Live.

On Mid-Maryland Live, Tim May and Frank Mitchell opened the phones and welcomed listeners and Frederick County residents to share their thoughts on the hot-button issue of data centers coming to the area. Callers weighed the pros and cons, from potential economic growth and tax revenue to concerns about land use, infrastructure, and community impact. It was a lively, passionate, and insightful conversation that highlighted just how divided — and engaged — the community is on this major decision for the county’s future. 🎧 Missed the discussion? Catch the full segment anytime on Mid-Maryland Live.

On Mid-Maryland Live, Tim May and Frank Mitchell welcomed local activists Steve Black and Kai Hagen to talk about their petition drive aimed at putting data center development in Frederick County on the ballot. They explained why they launched the effort, the concerns they have about growth, land use, and community impact, and why they believe voters should have the final say. It was a thoughtful and lively conversation on an issue that continues to generate strong opinions across the county. 🎧 Missed the discussion? Catch the full interview anytime on Mid-Maryland Live.

On Mid-Maryland Live, Tim May and Frank Mitchell welcomed Jamie Shopland, a candidate for Frederick County Council District 2, for a conversation about why she decided to run and what she sees as her top priorities if elected. Shopland shared what motivated her to step into public service, the local issues she believes need more attention, and how she hopes to represent District 2 residents moving forward. It was an informative introduction to a candidate voters will be hearing more from in the months ahead. 🎧 Missed the interview? Catch the full conversation anytime on Mid-Maryland Live.

Frederick County School Board Member Colt Black checks in with Tim and Frank during Mid-Maryland Live to discuss the latest topics in front of the board.

Scott Grove talks to Tim & Frank about his book "Talking History' featuring conversations with local historical personalities.

It was a big day for local politics on 930 WFMD as Incumbent Mayor Michael O’Connor (D) and Republican challenger Tom Trott joined us in studio for a spirited, civic-minded debate about the future of the City of Frederick. 🇺🇸 Both candidates shared their visions, discussed the most pressing issues facing the city, and made their case for why they should be Frederick’s next mayor. Tune in for thoughtful discussion, clear contrasts, and a great example of democracy in action — right here in our community. 🎧

Tim and Frank chat with the organizers of the Miles for Mercy is a charity poker run benefiting Frederick Health Hospice, providing compassionate end-of-life care and support for patients and families. Riders begin at American Iron Speed-n-Cycle in Frederick, making stops at local breweries, distilleries, and wineries before ending with an after-party at Rosie Cheeks Distillery in Walkersville. For a $25 entry fee, participants collect cards along the route for a chance to win prizes, all while raising funds to support hospice services such as pain management, grief counseling, and specialized veteran and pediatric care.

Tim and Frank talk to Mayor of Frederick Michael O' Connor about upcoming projects for Frederick County.

Tim and Frank talk to Frederick County Council President, Brad Young about the logistics and concerns about the data centers to be built and reflecting on The Great Frederick Fair.

Tim and Frank talk to Frederick City Police Chief, Jason Lando about The Great Frederick Fair and In The Streets and officers engagement with the community.

Tim talks to Allena Jaworski an ambassador for The Great Frederick Fair to talk about her involvement in 4H  with the fair, as well as her upcoming plans after graduating high school.

Tim and Frank talk to State Senator, Bill Folden about the spending surplus in the state of Maryland, and his thoughts on the spending, crime, and other issues in the state.

Tim and Frank talk to Jason Keckler about running for State Delegate District 4 in Frederick County, his life, and his transition into politics.

Tim & Frank talk to Delegate Jesse Pippy and Sheriff Chuck Jenkins about threats being made to surveyors with the Piedmont Transmission Line.

Tim and Frank talk to Ben Kelke, a local resident originally from Iran. He shares his knowledge of Iranian leadership following recent developments.  

Tim & Frank talk to Mayor Frank Davis of Emmitsburg

A conversation with Russ Hodges, producer of the Frederick historical documentary 'InSPIREd".

Sheriff Albert talks to Tim May about new policy

Frederick State Senator William Folden reviews the 2025 session with Tim & Frank 

Frederick Co. Delegate Jesse Pippy discusses some of the hot topics entering the final days of the legislature.

Sheriff, Chuck Jenkins, Joined Tim and Frank on Mid-Maryland live on 3-26-25.

A spokesperson for Stop MPRP, The County Council President, and a worker in the field, all give their perspective on Data Centers in Frederick County 

Sherriff Jenkins checked in with Tim & Frank on pending state legislation and the local status of ICE operations.

District 4 Senator Bill Folden with an update from Annapolis

Colt Black calls in to address comments he made at a January School Board meeting.

Frederick County Delegation Chairman Jessy Pippy talks to Tim & Frank about recent developments in Annapolis. 

Mid Maryland Live co-host Frank Mitchell talks to Frederick Rotary Club President Stacey E. Moler about the upcoming Leprechaun Luau on March 9th from 4-8:00pm at the Frederick Fairgrounds https://theleprechaunluau.com/

Tim and Frank talk to Frederick City police FOP president Charlie Snider and Frederick County State's Attorney Charlie Smith about a local police shooting.

Frederick County Council President Brad Young called in recently to Mid-Maryland Live to address Sherriff Chuck Jenkins concerns of a cutbacks to the Sherriff's Office in the recently passed County budget.

Tim & Frank talk to Frederick County Council President Brad Young about recent budget decisions & more.

Tim and Frank check in with Chief Lando on city police issues.

Tim May talks to Katelin Morris with the Frederick County Department of Social Services about opportunities for fostering children locally.

In this segment: Mobilize Frederick’s Inaugural Annual Climate Summit takes place Saturday, May 6, 2023  —  9 a.m to 4 p.m.  KEYNOTE SPEAKERS - County Executive Jessica Fitzwater, Mayor Michael O’Connor, Michael C. Powell (Commissioner, Climate Change Commission; co-chair of the Mitigation Working Group of the Commission; attorney, Gordon Feinblatt law firm, Energy & Environmental practice group).

Frank takes a day off and Tim and Phil Vicera ride off on tangents, government spending and how to build you money pile.

Unemployment in Frederick drops as the County Executive announces all the folks on her Transition Team.

Concers about the counting of the last election.

Audio from part of Monday night's Board of Education Candidate debate.

The Noon Time Rotary Club Sponsored a Debate between County Executive Candidates. Heere is the WFMD Audio of that Debate.