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The Morning News Express is your weekday wake-up call from 6–9am, led by the one and only Morning Mayor, Bob Miller. You know the voice. The laugh. The stories. The legend. It’s the reason Frederick gets up and gets informed.
Bob’s been the king of morning talk in Frederick for 30+ years, holding down the WFMD fort for 27 of them. A proud Frederick County native, his roots run deep—son of the legendary local vet Doc Miller, raised on a 180-acre beef farm, and yes, he really did show cattle across the country. (Moo included.)
His resume is impressive, his humor even better. Senior class president and class clown at Walkersville High (Class of 1980), Bob also helped launch the school’s first-ever football team—the gritty “Mean 19.”
Off the mic, Bob’s a proud husband to Lynda (30+ years strong), a dad to Erin and Bryan, and a super-proud granddad to little Kaelyn.
Bob’s known radio was his calling forever, with stops at major stations in Baltimore and D.C. But Frederick is home, and every morning he brings his voice, wit, and community-first perspective to Free Talk 930 WFMD. He’s joined by great local guests all week to cover what’s happening in and around Frederick County, plus national reporters from Fox News Radio to break down what’s happening across the country.
As Bob’s mom says: “At least now I can finally turn him off.”

🏛️ ICYMI: Jeff Holtzinger Joins Bob Miller on the Morning News Express The debate over data centers in Frederick County continues, and Republican candidate for Frederick County Executive Jeff Holtzinger called into the Morning News Express to share his perspective following recent comments from County Executive Jessica Fitzwater regarding a proposed data center moratorium. Holtzinger said he believes the county should go back to the drawing board, arguing that elected officials did not do enough due diligence before allowing the projects to move forward. He raised concerns about the long-term environmental impact, including water usage, questioned the financial benefits to residents, and discussed where the revenue generated from data centers is ultimately going. It's an in-depth conversation on one of the biggest issues facing Frederick County today and a chance to hear another viewpoint in the ongoing debate. 🎧 Listen to Bob Miller's full conversation with Jeff Holtzinger anytime on the Morning News Express podcast feed.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

📰 ICYMI: Fox News Radio's Jeff Monosso Joins Bob Miller on the Morning News Express As data centers continue to expand across the country—and spark debate in communities like Frederick County—Fox News Radio reporter Jeff Monosso joined Bob Miller to discuss the results of a new Fox News poll examining how Americans feel about these massive developments. During the conversation, Monosso broke down what the nationwide survey revealed, including public opinions on the benefits data centers bring to local economies, the concerns many residents have about their impact on communities, and why the issue has become a growing topic of discussion from coast to coast. With data centers increasingly becoming part of the national conversation, this interview offers valuable insight into how Americans are weighing the opportunities and challenges they present. 🎧 Hear Bob Miller's full conversation with Jeff Monosso anytime on the Morning News Express podcast feed.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

🏛️ ICYMI: Mayor Michael O'Connor Joins Bob Miller on the Morning News Express There's a lot happening around the City of Frederick, and Mayor Michael O'Connor stopped by the Morning News Express to provide updates on several key issues making headlines. During the conversation, O'Connor said the city is close to naming its next Chief of Police, with a decision expected within the next week or two. He also discussed the search for a new Public Information Officer following Samantha Long's departure for a new opportunity in Florida. The Mayor also addressed questions about why there haven't been many public updates from City Hall in recent weeks, saying there simply hasn't been much news requiring official comment. Perhaps the biggest topic of the morning centered on Husky Park, where O'Connor explained the city's approach since acquiring the property and reiterated that it was never purchased with the intention of becoming a public park. 🎧 Hear Bob Miller's full conversation with Mayor Michael O'Connor anytime on the Morning News Express podcast feed.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

📚🔎 ICYMI: Local Author P.B. Farrell Joins Bob Miller on the Morning News Express Bob Miller sat down with Frederick County author P.B. Farrell to discuss his gripping new murder mystery, Death Along the Towpath, a suspense-filled novel set right here in Frederick County, Maryland. The story begins with what appears to be a tragic explosion along the C&O Canal National Historical Park Towpath, but quickly unfolds into a high-stakes investigation involving military-grade weapons, multiple victims, and a far-reaching conspiracy. Farrell shares the inspiration behind the novel, why he chose Frederick County as the backdrop, and how local landmarks and settings help bring the story to life. If you're a fan of crime procedurals, murder mysteries, and edge-of-your-seat thrillers like Bosch, CSI, or Line of Duty, this is an interview—and a book—you won't want to miss. 📖 Get your copy of Death Along the Towpath here:https://books2read.com/death-along-the-towpath 🎧 Missed the interview? Catch the full conversation anytime on the Morning News Express podcast feed.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

🎙️ ICYMI: Barbara Ringrose of W.O.W. – Women Optimizing Women Joins Bob Miller on the Morning News Express Bob Miller welcomed Barbara Ringrose, founder of W.O.W. – Women Optimizing Women LLC®, to the Morning News Express for an inspiring conversation about empowering women in business and building meaningful professional connections. Barbara shared how W.O.W. has grown from a small networking group founded in 2012 into a thriving community of professional women that's now expanding across the country. The organization is dedicated to helping women thrive—not just survive—through affordable memberships that offer virtual and in-person networking, business spotlights, educational opportunities, mentoring, and valuable resources designed to help members grow their careers and businesses. Whether you're an entrepreneur, small business owner, nonprofit leader, government employee, veteran, or simply looking to expand your professional network, Barbara explains why W.O.W. is focused on creating a supportive community built on integrity, collaboration, and helping women achieve long-term success. 🎧 Missed the interview? Catch the full conversation anytime on the Morning News Express podcast feed. Learn more about W.O.W. – Women Optimizing Women at https://wowwomenus.com and explore member spotlights at https://www.youtube.com/@WOWWOMENUS.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

🚨 ICYMI: Frederick County Sheriff Chuck Jenkins Joins Bob Miller on the Morning News Express With the primary election behind him, Frederick County Sheriff Chuck Jenkins joined Bob Miller on the Morning News Express to discuss what's next as he heads into the General Election seeking another term as Sheriff. During the conversation, Jenkins said he's open to participating in a debate ahead of Election Day, reflected on the success of the Frederick County Sheriff's Office Open House, and previewed National Night Out, taking place Monday, August 4, where residents can meet deputies and connect with local public safety agencies. The Sheriff also weighed in on several hot-button issues, explaining why the Frederick County Sheriff's Office does not use automatic license plate reader cameras, why he believes red light cameras have become more about generating revenue than improving safety, and discussed the additional demands being placed on his deputies, including providing security and oversight around ongoing data center construction projects. 🎧 Missed the interview? Catch the full conversation anytime on the Morning News Express podcast feed.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the Morning News Express, Bob Miller was joined by Brad Young, President of the Frederick County Council, for a wide-ranging conversation on some of the biggest issues facing the county. They discussed the Results of the Primary election. growing legal battle surrounding data centers, Answers the question about how many Data Centers are in the pipeline 🎧 Missed the conversation? Catch the full interview anytime on the Morning News Express podcast feed.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the Morning News Express, Bob Miller welcomed Newt Gingrich for a wide-ranging conversation on politics, American history, and his popular podcast, "Newt's World." Gingrich discussed how the podcast explores topics ranging from American history and national security to science, technology, and current events through conversations with historians, authors, policymakers, and other experts. He also reflected on the parallels he sees between the challenges facing America's founders in 1776 and today's political climate, sharing his perspective on the country's current direction and arguing that there is a segment of the political left that he views as anti-American. 🎧 Missed the interview? Catch the full conversation anytime on the Morning News Express podcast feed.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the Morning News Express, Bob Miller welcomed County Executive Jessica Fitzwater for her monthly visit. She talked about the vandalism during the elections. She also talked about the county spending over 3 million dollars to buy land to start a Compost site. 🎧 Missed the interview? Catch the full conversation anytime on the Morning News Express podcast feed.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the Morning News Express, Bob Miller was joined by Chuck Jenkins who is running for re-election for Sheriff of Frederick Count. Jenkins talked about how crime is down and how his department has been one of the best in Maryland since he took office 🎧 Missed the interview? Catch the full conversation anytime on the Morning News Express podcast feed.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.