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Howard County

    Newest plan for the Columbia Flier building: A community center
    Howard County Executive Calvin Ball said Tuesday that he will seek funding to turn a former newspaper building with a distinctive look in Columbia into a community center focused on youths.
    The Columbia Flier building in Columbia was completed in 1978 and has a distinctive design. Howard County plans to turn the vacant structure into a community center.
    A very useful list of Baltimore-area farmers markets
    When and where to find farmers' markets across Howard, Anne Arundel and Baltimore counties as well as in Charm City proper.
    Flowers at a Baltimore County farmers' market.
    Influential pro-Israel group enters Maryland congressional race
    The United Democracy Project, the super PAC arm of the influential American Israel Public Affairs Committee, launched a television ad on behalf of state Sen. Sarah Elfreth’s run for the open seat in Anne Arundel, Carroll and Howard counties.
    Democratic state Sen. Sarah Elfreth launches her campaign for the 3rd Congressional District at a park along Back Creek in Annapolis on Saturday, Nov. 4, 2023. Longtime U.S. Rep. John Sarbanes recently announced he won't run for re-election in 2024.
    Howard County expanding homebuyer down payment assistance, rehab loan programs
    Howard County is expanding two programs meant to provide relief to homebuyers and residents.
    Howard County Executive Calvin Ball speaks at the Owen Brown Interfaith Center in Columbia, Maryland, on Saturday, Feb. 3, 2024.
    The Dish: Rosie’s Delicatessen is a food oasis in rural Howard County
    Chef Chad Wells knows what separates a good sandwich from a great sandwich at Rosie’s Delicatessen, a New York-style Italian deli that recently opened in Glenwood.
    The Rosie’s Italian cold cut sub at Rosie’s Delicatessen is the most popular item on the menu — and it’s not even close.
    What to do this Easter weekend, from an egg hunt to a movie night
    Whether you want to celebrate Easter, learn about Elizabeth Talford Scott or watch “Death Becomes Her,” we’ve got you covered.
    Easter eggs.
    New Mexican restaurant with tequila bar coming to Howard County
    Soluna Cocina and Brewing Good Coffee Company got the green light Tuesday from the Howard County liquor board.
    The Howard County, Maryland logo.
    Candidates seek breakthrough in crowded 3rd District congressional race
    Harry Dunn is one of 22 Democrats vying in the 3rd District primary set for May 14. The winner could easily be headed to Congress to represent this heavily blue district, though nine Republicans are seeking their party's nomination.
    Harry Dunn, a retired U.S. Capitol Police officer, talks with potential voters who turned out on March 12, 2024 for the opening of his campaign headquarters in Ellicott City. Dunn is one of more than 20 candidates for Congress in the 3rd District.
    Toads are the soundtrack to spring in the suburbs. That’s lovely — and worrisome.
    The American toad and the less common Fowler’s toad will soon fill the suburbs with their harmonious mating calls. But they are also facing threats from the modern world.
    Two toads find each other near Lake Roland.
    Extreme heat, severe storms among key climate challenges for Maryland’s new chief resilience officer
    Mike Hinson, who spent more than 10 years with the Howard County Office of Emergency Management, last fall became Maryland's first chief resilience officer. He discussed key climate challenges such as extreme heat and severe storms in a recent interview with Inside Climate News.
    Maryland Gov. Wes Moore has named Michael Hinson as the state’s first chief resilience officer.
    Howard County schools could find a new superintendent by June
    Among the candidates will be Acting Superintendent Bill Barnes.
    The exterior of the Howard County Department of Education in Howard County on Feb. 7, 2024.
    Cause of fire that killed Wilde Lake High student in Columbia under investigation
    Howard County has identified the person killed in a Columbia townhouse fire Wednesday night.
    Exterior of the Howard County Fire and Rescue headquarters on Jan. 25, 2024.
    Mother’s fierce defense of daughter in fatal Ellicott City crash elicits police pushback
    Howard County Police have not released many new details about the recent Ellicott City fatal crash.
    The Howard County Police logo seen outside their headquarters on January 25, 2024.
    41-year-old man arrested in February shooting death in Howard County
    Howard County Police have arrested a 41-year-old man in the Feb. 8 fatal shooting of 67-year-old Perry Comeau inside his home on the 9500 block of Half Dollar Court in Columbia.
    The Howard County Police headquarters exterior on Jan. 25, 2024.
    Lion dance kings and queens: How tradition has bonded three generations
    For three generations, the Yau/Lam family has brought good fortune to Baltimore and the surrounding areas through lion dancing. At U.S. Jow Ga Martial Arts in Columbia, they have found more family.
    Emily Lam plays the lion head as her mom, Winnie Lam, plays the tail during a performance at Asian Court in Ellicott City on Sunday, Feb. 18, 2024.
    Second Ellicott City Starbucks votes to unionize
    Workers at the Shipley's Grant Starbucks in Ellicott City voted to unionize on Tuesday, March 19, 2024.
    Starbucks employees cite labor issues while on strike at Baltimore’s North Charles St, location on Nov. 17, 2022.
    Crash in Ellicott City leaves 2 women dead
    An Acura RDX was traveling the wrong direction on Route 100 when it was hit by two other vehicles, according to police.
    Contract dispute ends in sour outcome for annual Wine in the Woods festival
    Hitting a contract dispute with Howard County, the Maryland Wineries Association is no longer a partner for Wine in the Woods.
    Crete is like a wine ark carrying marvellous indigenous varieties as well as foreign ones which have adapted very well to the local terrain with very positive results. Local white varieties include Vilana, one of the island’s top white wine grapes, Vidiano, Dafni, Thrapsathiri, Malvazia di Candia (Malvazia of Chandakas), Muscat of Spina, and Plyto. Red varieties include Kotsifali, Mantilari, Liatiko, Tsardana and legendary Romeiko. Cretan varietals and blends made of local and foreign varieties (mostly French) are PGI Crete labels.
    Officials say inmate set fire at Jessup maximum security prison, prompting evacuation
    An inmate at Jessup Correctional Institution set a fire Friday night that prompted the evacuation of a housing unit at the maximum-security prison, a Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services spokesperson said.
    The State of Maryland's Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services seal.
    Looking for a cozy spot to grab a bite in Howard County? Try these places.
    We explored Howard County to find some lesser-known but delightful restaurants, shops and places to gather. Here are a few hidden gems we found.
    Stepping into Kelsey’s Restaurant, Irish Pub & Banquet Hall it feels like St. Patrick's Day every day. Enjoy a cold Guinness with some traditional Irish fare.
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