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Brandon Flowers, lead singer of The Killers, performs with the band at Caesar's Palace in Las Vegas, Nevada on August 14, 2024.
7 things to do in Howard County, from celebrating Grandparents Day to seeing The Killers
Seven things to do in Howard County from Sept. 5 to Sept 11.
Bernard Gyebi-Foster poses for a portrait at Highland House in Highland, Maryland, on Aug. 20, 2024.
New recovery home seeks to help women in Howard County, especially those who are pregnant
Highland House, a 14-bed recovery home for women, has been assisting clients since this past spring. It places an emphasis on assisting those who are pregnant.
Bill Barnes became acting superintendent of the Howard County Public School System after his predecessor retired unexpectedly in the middle of his term.
Howard County schools got a different kind of leader. Is he the realist they need?
Howard County Superintendent Bill Barnes isn’t like his predecessor. Many say he is the right person for the job.
The Howard County seal inside the Banneker Room of the George Howard government building in Ellicott City on Feb. 5, 2024.
Sewage overflow reported at Savage wastewater treatment plant
Howard County officials said approximately 160,000 gallons of sewage overflowed onto the ground surface at the Little Patuxent Water Reclamation Plant on Thursday night. A small amount entered a storm drain before valves were shut off.
Howard County Public School System officials say they've been hard at work understanding what happened in the bus fiasco last August and how to stop it from happening again.
Howard County school buses caused chaos last year. Here’s what to expect this year.
Howard County Public School System officials say they've been hard at work understanding what happened last August and how to stop it from happening again.
Lineman from Baltimore Gas and Electric repair power lines the morning after the remnants of Hurricane Debby took down power for more than 46,000 customers, Saturday, Aug. 10, 2024.
Hurricane Debby left behind a wet mess. Residents and businesses are cleaning up.
Cleanup continued throughout the area, as floodwaters receded and temperatures forecast to be around 90 replaced the clouds, wind and rain of the storm.
The Maryland State Police logo emblazoned on a lectern in front a police vehicle from a separate agency before a press conference, pictured outside the Maryland State Police Glen Burnie Barracks on 11/10/22.
Death of inmate at state prison being investigated as a homicide
A male inmate died at Allegany County state prison on Friday, Aug. 9. Another unnamed inmate is a suspect.
The Jewish Museum of Maryland, at Loyd St. and Watson St. on March 2, 2023.
Arrest made in fire outside Jewish Museum of Maryland
Police said they identified the man and got a warrant for his arrest Friday. He has a history of fire-related crimes.
Fairgoers ride the swing ride at the Howard County Fair, which runs until Saturday in West Friendship.
Emus, pig races, and fried Oreos: 5 highlights of the Howard County Fair
Here’s what not to miss before the fair wraps up on Saturday.
W.R. Grace & Co.’s corporate headquarters in Columbia, Maryland as seen on July 29, 2024.
A chemical company wants to recycle plastics in Columbia. Neighbors worry about the impact on air quality.
Chemical company W.R. Grace & Co. wants to recycle plastics in Columbia, but neighbors worry about the impact on air quality.
Police received a call at 6:10 p.m. on Saturday for gunfire in the mall’s food court.
Columbia mall shoppers, workers describe chaotic moments after teen’s fatal shooting
Howard County Police are searching for a suspect in the fatal shooting of a 17-year-old male at The Mall in Columbia on Saturday night.
A Where's Waldo cutout, the beloved cartoon book character, stands next to a bookshelf full of Waldo books at Queen Takes Book. Through July, Waldo is hiding out in various local businesses in Columbia, Maryland.
Where’s Waldo? Our search for the beloved comic book character around Columbia
Queen Takes Book, an indie bookstore in Columbia, is hosting a Where’s Waldo scavenger hunt for 6-inch Waldo cutouts that are hiding all around Columbia. It’s an annual national summer event.
This weekend the Merriweather Post Pavilion in Columbia is continuing its summer concerts rooted in the ‘90s.
7 things to do in Howard County, from concerts galore to a Sunday farmers market
Seven outdoor activities to do in Howard County, including a “Finding Nemo” showing at The Wine Bin, an O.A.R. show at the Merriweather Post Pavilion and a Sunday farmer's market.
Relive the 90s with Third Eye Blind at Merriweather Post Pavilion.
7 things to do in Howard County, from ’90s rock bands to Christmas in July craft show
Seven things to do in Howard County from concerts at Merriweather to Christmas in July.
After a few decades away, Shawn MacInnes is back in Columbia and is the new president and CEO of the Columbia Association.
Shawn MacInnes took the long way back to Columbia. Now he’s lacing up as the CA’s new president.
A Q&A with Shawn MacInnes, the new president and CEO of the Columbia Association.
Brian Ralph, the director of food and nutrition services for the Howard County Public School System, talks about the new healthy school meal options coming soon on Thursday, July 11, at Guilford Park High School in Jessup.
Howard County officials announce healthier food options for coming school year
After surveying 375 parents and students, Howard County schools will provide healthier breakfasts and lunches this coming school year.
Starting in fall 2025, more Howard County students will qualify to ride a school bus to and from school each day.
More Howard County students will get to ride school buses, but not until fall 2025
The Howard County Board of Education has reduced the minimum distance between home and campus for a student to qualify for a school bus ride. The change takes effect in the 2025-2026 school year.
The enchanted fairy forest at Clark’s Elioak Farm.
7 things to do in Howard County, from Fairy Days at the Farm to Yoga in the Park
Seven things to do in Howard County from July 11 through July 17.
Ring in the Fourth of July at the Columbia Lakefront fireworks show Thursday night.
7 Things to do in Howard County: Fourth of July fireworks, farm visits and fishing
Seven things to do in Howard County from July 4 through July 10th.
Thousands will gather at the Downtown Columbia Lakefront on the Fourth of July.
What Howard County’s Fourth of July tells us about a changing Columbia
Columbia Association’s annual Fourth of July celebration is highlighting the story of immigrants this year.
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