Mid Maryland Live

Are automated license plate readers a useful public safety tool — or a step too far?

On this edition of Mid-Maryland Live on 930 WFMD, Tim May and Frank May open the phone lines to local callers for a spirited conversation about the growing use of Automated License Plate Readers (ALPRs) and the concerns surrounding privacy, surveillance and government overreach.

In the middle of the discussion, Frederick County Sheriff Chuck Jenkins calls into the show to make his position clear: he's completely against the technology, describing it as an overreach.

Hear what Sheriff Jenkins has to say, how local callers feel about license plate readers, and the debate over where to draw the line between public safety and personal privacy.

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On Mid-Maryland Live, Tim May and Frank Mitchell continue 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 Christian Benford, Democratic candidate for Frederick County Council District 3.

Benford discussed his belief that working people in Frederick County need a stronger voice on the County Council. He talked about how the county has successfully attracted businesses and economic development, but argued that many residents are still struggling with rising costs and affordability challenges. His campaign is focused on helping working families, keeping Frederick County affordable, and ensuring that economic growth benefits the people who live and work here every day.

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On Mid-Maryland Live, Tim May and Frank Mitchell continue 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 Tammie Baugher, Republican candidate for Frederick County Council District 3.

Baugher discussed her vision for Frederick County and the priorities driving her campaign. Among her top goals are capping property taxes to help homeowners manage rising costs and maximizing funding for local schools to ensure students and educators have the resources they need to succeed. It was a thoughtful conversation about balancing fiscal responsibility with investing in the county’s future.

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On Mid-Maryland Live, Tim May and Frank Mitchell continue their open invitation to candidates from any party to come on and talk about their races and the policies they’re running on. This time, they welcomed Diane Fouché, candidate for Frederick County Executive.

A former county procurement director, Fouché laid out a platform centered on restoring trust, fiscal responsibility, and managed growth. She emphasized an “infrastructure-first” approach to development, protecting agricultural land, increasing government transparency, and involving residents earlier in the decision-making process. She also raised concerns about what she calls out-of-control county spending, saying her focus would be on prioritizing existing needs and improving accountability.

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On Mid-Maryland Live, Tim May and Frank Mitchell continue their open invitation to candidates from any party to come on and talk about their races and the policies they’re running on. This time, they welcomed April McClain Delaney, who is running for re-election in Maryland’s 6th District.

She discussed her campaign as she faces David Trone, highlighting the key parts of her platform and what she hopes to continue working on if voters send her back to Washington. It was a focused conversation on leadership, priorities, and the future of the district.

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On Mid-Maryland Live, Tim May and Frank Mitchell continue 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 Kai Burhans, candidate for Frederick County Council District 2.

Burhans discussed his conservative, grassroots campaign, centered on limiting government, protecting property rights, and lowering spending. His “People First” approach focuses on reducing executive control over the budget, streamlining permitting to support local businesses, and improving infrastructure across the county. It was a clear look at his priorities and what he hopes to bring to District 2 voters.

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On Mid-Maryland Live, Tim May and Frank Mitchell continue 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 Sam Rosenbloom, a candidate for the Frederick County Board of Education.

Rosenbloom joined the program to discuss why he’s running, the priorities shaping his campaign, and the issues he believes matter most to students, parents, and educators across Frederick County. It was a thoughtful conversation giving voters a chance to hear directly from a candidate focused on the future of local education.

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On Mid-Maryland Live, Tim May and Frank Mitchell continue 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 Louisa Conklin, a candidate for Frederick County Council District 1.

Conklin joined the program to discuss why she decided to run, the priorities shaping her campaign, and what she believes are the most important issues facing residents in District 1 and across Frederick County. It was a thoughtful conversation giving voters a chance to hear directly from another candidate in the race.

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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.

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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.

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