

With Voting Rights Under Attack Across the Country, Veterans Steven Tillett and Pete Smith Lead Commemoration of 1965 "Bloody Sunday" Civil Rights March
As efforts to complete mid-cycle congressional redistricting in Maryland stall, two veterans running for office in Anne Arundel County — Steve Tillett and Pete Smith — led a rally in Annapolis on Saturday, March 7, commemorating the 61st anniversary of Bloody Sunday.

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Crash Impacts Traffic at Laurel-Ft. Meade (198) and Old Line Road.
Frightening seen captured today right before rush hour. It appears that everyone walked away from this accident safely.

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Feb 201 min read


(VIDEO) Disturbing, Racial Slurs and Threats Hurled at Campaign Volunteer for County Executive candidate Pete Smith. Police Are Now Investigating
"Our volunteer didn't step on his property and he was not on our list of homes to visit,"said Smith. Smith added that his team was shaken by the encounter. "It's just crazy to witness something like that in 2026. Our volunteer, who is one of the nicest guys you'd ever want to meet, remained poised throughout the incident and walked away which was absolutely the right thing to do."

Russett Reader
Feb 192 min read


Russett Played Key Role in Rise of History-Making, Maryland House of Delegates Speaker, Joseline Pena-Melnyk
Peña-Melnyk first won office with overwhelming support from the Russett community, narrowly defeating Brian Moe. “It was a close race, and Joseline won by about 900 votes,” Tucker said. “She earned it, and we were proud to support her.” He added that the now-Speaker has remained a consistent advocate for Russett ever since.

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Feb 163 min read


Maryland Senate Leader Bill Ferguson Blocks Crucial Voting Rights Bill. State Senator Arthur Ellis Warns Ferguson to Step Up and Meet the Moment
Ellis delivered a pointed reminder to Maryland Senate President Bill Ferguson about the urgency of mid-cycle congressional redistricting in Maryland. Ferguson has so far blocked any efforts to bring the issue to a vote in the Senate. His close ally, State Sen. Pam Beidle, who represents the Russett metroplex, has remained stubbornly loyal to Ferguson on this important voting and civil rights issue.

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Feb 52 min read
