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7 Things to do in Howard County from a free ‘Wicked’ screening to a Memorial Day observance
Memorial Day is often billed as the unofficial start of summer. In Howard County, it heralds the return of several beloved community events, from free summer movie nights at The Wine Bin in Old Ellicott City to the second season of Savage’s new(ish) farmers market.
The Saturday Farmer’s Market on Main returns to Ellicott City starting this weekend. Another farmers market is back for a second year in Savage starting Wednesday.
Howard County schools come up short in lean County Council spending plan
The Howard County Council approved a $2.35 billion operating budget Wednesday.
The Howard County Council’s vote means the school board will need to cut tens of millions from its budget
Public ‘trolley’ service returns to Old Ellicott City after 70 years
Howard County is launching a free weekend “trolley” bus service through Old Ellicott City’s Main Street.
Howard County Executive Calvin Ball, center left, joins others to launch the public “trolley” service in Old Ellicott City on Thursday, May 15, 2025.
Movie showings resume at Columbia’s Snowden theater — for now
Columbia Snowden 14 and ScreenX resumed movie screenings May 9 even as the property's Florida-based owner, Sterling Organization, pursues plans to demolish the theater and build a warehouse in its place.
The former Cinemark theater in Columbia is slated to open again by Phoenix Theatres on May 9, according to a sign on the building.
Bestselling author Laurie Frankel returns to hometown of Columbia for Books in Bloom
Bestselling author Laurie Frankel returns to her hometown of Columbia for the ninth annual Books in Bloom on Saturday.
Author Laurie Frankel at her childhood home in Columbia.
7 things to do in Howard County, from Books in Bloom to ‘The Office’ trivia
This week, treat your mom to a Mother’s Day activity, attend several literary-themed events or enjoy some trivia.
Columbia's annual literary festival Books in Bloom in 2024. The festival returns this Saturday, May 10.
Why Howard County’s power brokers prefer to meet at the Wilde Lake Village Starbucks
The biggest political conversations in Howard County often happen at the Wilde Lake Village Starbucks.
The Wilde Lake Village Starbucks in Columbia is a who's-who of Howard County movers and shakers.
Montgomery County’s rapid bus line will expand up Route 29 to Howard County in 2026
Montgomery County's rapid bus network Flash is expanding service into Howard County along the Route 29 corridor in 2026.
Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich, center left, and Howard County Executive Calvin Ball, center right, announced a partnership to expand Montgomery‘s Flash bus rapid transit service along Route 29 in mid-2026.
Bill Ackman’s hedge fund just got closer to buying up downtown Columbia developer
Billionaire Bill Ackman has increased his control of the real estate development company that owns much of Columbia, further tethering the Maryland town’s interests to one of the richest people in the world.
Lake Kittamaqundi and downtown Columbia.
Council member Deb Jung launches campaign for Howard County executive in 2026
Jung’s announcement comes early in the election cycle, giving the Democrat more than a year to campaign leading up to the primary election in June 2026.
Howard County Council member Deb Jung.
Howard County Executive Calvin Ball wants more youths employed this summer
Howard County Executive Calvin Ball is committing $250,000 in new funding in his budget proposal to expand the summer youth employment program to include 75 more young people.
Howard County Executive Calvin Ball in March.
Tradepoint Atlantic resurrected Sparrows Point. Now it’s expanding into Howard County.
Tradepoint Atlantic, the company behind the redevelopment of the former Bethlehem Steel site at Sparrows Point, is expanding into Howard County that is expected to create 500 jobs.
A rendering of the plan for Tradepoint Atlantic's logistics hub expansion into Howard County.
Today’s Catch seafood market closes in Columbia after 47 years
Today’s Catch, a longtime destination for fresh seafood in Howard County, has closed its Columbia storefront after 47 years in business.
Today’s Catch, a longtime destination for fresh seafood in Howard County, has closed its Columbia storefront after 47 years in business.
Discovery of hidden camera in dental office’s bathroom leads to suicide, legal fallout
A dentist was under investigation for installing a hidden camera in an employee bathroom when he died, locking his victims into a legal battle.
7 Things to do in Howard County, from free jazz to a Maryland cryptids talk
From a talk on Maryland’s mythical beasts to free jazz music at Merriweather’s Chrysalis stage, here are seven things to do in Howard County for April 24 through May 1.
Howard County student musicians perform at the 5th annual Jazz in the Woods festival in 2024. The event is set to return to the Chrysalis stage at Merriweather Park on April 26.
How Calvin Ball proposes to tighten Howard County’s belt amid federal, state cuts
Howard County Executive Calvin Ball unveiled a $2.3 billion operating budget proposal for the fiscal year beginning in July, recommending $100 million be trimmed from the county’s books.
Howard County Executive Calvin Ball briefs the County Council on his proposed fiscal year 2026 budget on April 21, 2025.
7 things to do in Howard County, from Holi color run to Easter EGGstravaganza
Here are 7 things to do in Howard County for the week of April 10 through 16, 2025.
Merriweather Park at Symphony Woods Howard County is hosting another Holi Color Run/Walk. Participants in the 2024 event, pictured, enjoyed throwing colored dye at each other, creating a kaleidoscopic scene.
Federal workers are frustrated. Some feel better shouting from an I-95 overpass at rush hour.
Frustrated with the Trump administration, some federal workers and family members said they came to the Gorman Road overpass of I-95 looking for catharsis, community and a form of validation.
Demonstrators hold signs during a weekly protest in opposition to President Donald Trump, billionaire Elon Musk and the DOGE federal workforce cuts on the Gorman Road I-95 overpass in Laurel.
Condensing resumes and other job hunt tips for former Maryland federal workers
Career counselors and employers offer advice to Maryland federal workers, some of whom are returning to a crowded job market as Trump's administration dramatically scales back the size of the government.
Prospective job seekers speak with recruiters during a Federal Workers Career Fair hosted at Howard Community College in Columbia on Tuesday.
Explosions expected near Old Ellicott City for tunnel development
Blasts from ongoing Ellicott City flood mitigation projects are set to resume on or around April 14.
Starting next week, blasting will begin for a flood-diversion tunnel that's being constructed under the homes and businesses lining Main Street in Old Ellicott City.
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