By: Jacques Kelly
Frederick O'Neill Mitchell II, who owned and operated his family's sweet corn canning business, died May 10 in Baltimore. He was 93.


Jacques Kelly is a Columnist and Reporter at The Baltimore Sun. With a focus on neighborhoods and local culture, he engages readers with stories that explore the fabric of their city, while also covering themes related to health and wellness, sports, and community issues. Jacques has been featured in prominent publications including Yahoo News, FOX Baltimore, and The Washington Post, showcasing his diverse reporting on various aspects of culture and society.
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Jacques Kelly’s coverage leans heavily toward obituary-style profiles and community-minded human-interest stories, with a notable mix of public service, local business, arts, and health-related subjects. He seems especially responsive to pitches tied to legacy, civic impact, and culturally resonant figures or institutions in Maryland, particularly around Baltimore/Towson.
He may be most open to sources who can offer vivid, specific context on a person’s life, contribution, or local significance rather than broad commentary. Timely angles around anniversaries, community milestones, preservation, and underappreciated local traditions may also fit well.
Since his focus is local, pitches should keep Maryland relevance front and center.
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