Major Neill Franklin responds to a column written by Peter Franchot and Dr. Enid Neptune. more

Two legislators have introduced legislation that would end the sale of all flavored tobacco in Maryland. more

Nearly 160 years ago, President Abraham Lincoln stood on the Capitol steps of the East Portico to deliver his first inaugural address. more

The vaccine is finally available! Well, almost. Teachers are in vaccination group 1B. The only remaining piece to this puzzle is the vaccine itself. So where is it? more

Dr. Casey M. Breslin discusses pre-existing medical conditions and the COVID-19 vaccine priority groups more

Madeleine Stern explains how shifting perspectives can lead to a healthier and happier life. more

I wish to thank the Severna Park Voice for the gracious article in the January issue, regarding the AMCade Scholarship Fund. more

28. Jun is a special consultant to the United Nations and is the only humanitarian organization of the Western Balkans recognized by the United Nations. more

Pastor Stephen Mitchell says it's time to remember what it really means to be a Christian. more

Understand the history behind the civil emergency powers law, how often it has been used, and why. more

The Maryland General Assembly convened for the 2021 session at noon on Wednesday, January 13. However, due to the COVID-19 pandemic, things will run differently for the General Assembly this year. more

Many of you have heard me before say that words matter, that as representatives, we have a platform and an expectation to speak truthfully and thoughtfully. more

As 2021 begins, too many Maryland families are struggling to avoid eviction, put food on the table and pay their bills, while many small businesses are hanging on by a thread. more

In our current political environment, dirty words like "stupid" too often are knee-jerked at others without pausing to listen, to find common ground. more

As “dark” as this winter seems and feels, we have never in my lifetime had a Christmas that is as closely connected to the first one. more

When the vaccine will be distributed in Phase Two depends on a number of factors, mostly the availability of the vaccine and how many Phase One individuals remain to be vaccinated, but it appears likely that vaccines will not be administered to everyone desirous of one until sometime in 2021. more

The winner isn’t the one most prepared, best qualified or even most deserving, but the one who finishes the race. more

The AACPS Board of Education is fully elected for the first time in history. I heartily welcome Robert Silkworth, Corine Frank and Joanna Tobin of Districts 2, 3 and 6, respectively. more

With coronavirus cases exploding nationally and here in Maryland, uncertainty reigns during a time of year when we try to put our worries aside to focus on family and festive celebrations. more

Kyle Cooke explains why he is disappointed in Dr. Arlotto's decision to delay elementary school learning inside of classrooms. more