REMEMBERING JIMMY CARTER: As word spread Sunday that Jimmy Carter, the nation’s 39th president, had died, many in Maryland turned to social media to share their reactions. Here’s a compilation of their remarks. Baltimore Sun staff
- A photo gallery of decades worth of Sun photos of Jimmy Carter.
- Carter’s legacy in Baltimore includes hundreds of houses in Sandtown through his work in Habitat for Humanity. Jean Marbella/Sun
REP. ANDY HARRIS RECONSIDERING ON SPEAKER JOHNSON: Rep. Andy Harris, now chair of the House Freedom Caucus is reconsidering “whether the current leadership is what we need.” “Before the last couple of weeks, I was in [Johnson’s] corner, but now we should consider what’s the best path forward,” Harris said Thursday on Fox Business. The article includes speculation about whether Harris might want the post himself, but no comment from Harris. Candy Woodall/The Baltimore Sun
MAJOR CHANGES FOR HORSE RACING: 2025 is the year when Maryland thoroughbred racing will step into its future. Pimlico Race Course as we know it will host the Preakness Stakes for the final time in May before bulldozers and wrecking balls reshape decaying Old Hilltop into a fresh home for the sport.Starting on the first day of the new year, daily racing operations will be carried out by a new Maryland Jockey Club, a nonprofit created by the state to take over from The Stronach Group. A training facility will be built in Woodbine. Childs Walker/Baltimore Sun
PROGRESS IN HEALTH CARE THIS YEAR MAY GET ROLLED BACK: After years of delays and debate, 2024 was the year when several health initiatives started to move forward in Maryland. Advocates now worry that 2025 could be the year when those gains move in the other direction. Danielle Brown/Maryland Matters
COMMENTARY: WOMEN IN COMBAT: The bar should not be lowered for women to serve in direct combat positions, such as infantry, armor and artillery, argues a retired Army lieutenant colonel. Women can do many jobs in the armed services, some better than men, but direct combat is not one of them, studies have shown. Marc King/Maryland Reporter.
COMMENTARY: DUTCH RUPPERSBERGER SAYS FAREWELL: After four decades in elected office, the congressman lists his accomplishments, particularly on national security and defense. The Baltimore Sun
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STATE, FEDS CHARGE CAR DEALERS: The Lindsay Management Company’s dealerships are facing charges in connection with misrepresenting vehicle prices and other violations that lead to higher costs for consumers, according to the Maryland Attorney General’s Office in a press release. The Consumer Protection Division and the Federal Trade Commission filed the charges against three of the company’s dealerships: Lindsay Ford, LLC; Lindsay Motors, LLC; and Lindsay Chevrolet, LLC, as well as individual defendants Michael Lindsay, John Smallwood and Paul Smyth, officials said. Ellie Buckheit/Fox45/Baltimore Sun
EXPLORING INTERNATIONAL MARKETS: Maryland companies can now apply for a program that helps them explore international markets at a reduced cost. The Maryland Soft Landing Exchange Program, announced by Gov. Wes Moore, connects local businesses with international business incubators and accelerators. It’s administered by the Maryland Department of Commerce and aims to support companies ready to expand their export capabilities. Janis Reeser/Hagerstown Herald-Mail
DOGS WHO PROTECT STATE BUILDINGS: A feature on the K-9 unit of the state Capitol Police force. Brenda Wintrode/Baltimore Banner
Sen. Richard Colburn. 2012 photo by MarylandReporter.com
EX-SEN. RICH COLBURN FROM MID-SHORE DIES AT 74: Colburn, a Republican, spent 28 years in Annapolis. He served as a state senator for 20 years and as a member of the House of Delegates for eight years. His district covered Caroline, Dorchester, Talbot and Wicomico counties. He served in other government posts as well. Konner Metz/The Star Democrat
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