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    Howard County students face redistricting again — and parents are already pushing back

    No plans have been proposed to the Board of Education on redistricting yet.
    For sale: Modern mansion with resort-style amenities in Glenwood
    This Glenwood mansion has it all — sleek, luxurious interiors, 16,000+ square feet of modern space and a large yard with a saltwater pool.
    ICE slammed Howard County for releasing Honduran offender. The county says it followed the law.
    ICE criticized the Howard County Detention Center for twice releasing a Honduran national, Alex Yonatan Flores-Arce, as local officials say the law bars them from intervening.
    Howard County Department of Corrections in Jessup.
    7 things to do in Howard County, from a Columbia block party to a wildflower walk
    Seven things to do in Howard County from Thursday May 29 to Wednesday June 4.
    Thousands will gather at the Downtown Columbia Lakefront on the Fourth of July.
    Senior awards at Howard County schools changed this year — and Trump played a role
    The change follows a directive from the U.S. Department of Education that said schools cannot “administer scholarships, prizes, or other opportunities offered by third parties based on race.”
    James Obasiolu, the student member of the Howard County school board, was among the students not to receive awards traditionally presented in schools.
    Tri-county bear nabbed, ending reign of roaming across suburban Maryland
    Residents of Baltimore and Howard counties have spotted a young black bear roaming backyards and shopping centers in recent weeks.
    A Black Bear lifts its nose in the air to get a whiff of fresh spring air.

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    For sale: Updated home in the desirable Maple Lawn community
    The Maple Lawn home was built in 2017 and contains five bedrooms, four and a half bathrooms, and more than 4,000 square feet of attractive living space.
    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.
    Fighting a creative block? This artist’s matchmaking skills may help
    A show celebrating 15 years of unique multidisciplinary works done by artists, who in some cases have never met, is on display in Howard County through the weekend.
    Photo of a Baltimore City sunset by photographer Teresa Duggan
    These parents are leaving work to stay home with their kids — but not by choice
    Maryland laid-off federal workers have suddenly found themselves in the nation’s oldest job: full-time parenthood.
    Corey Bryce reads a book with her 1-year-old daughter, Julien, inside their Columbia, Maryland home on Wednesday, October 23, 2024. Julien has been in an infants & toddlers program since she was about 4 months old, and Bryce says she knows she won’t be able to afford preschool without the money the state plans to funnel into pre-kindergarten education.
    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

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    5th person arrested after January killing of 17-year-old in Howard County
    The Howard County Police Department arrested a fifth person in connection with the shooting death of 17-year-old Lance Carrington, officials announced Wednesday.
    County Executive Calvin Ball said during a press conference announcing the arrest that “one act of violence in our community is one too many.”
    The Dish: The foods top local chefs can’t wait to eat this summer
    Summertime is the best time to be obsessed with food. From tomato sandwiches to Thrasher’s fries, here's what chefs are excited to eat this season.
    Enjoy your Thrasher's French fries with apple cider vinegar.
    Hundreds of fans flock to see ‘Best Man’ stars at Laurel liquor store
    Fans flocked to Laurel to meet "The Best Man" actors Morris Chestnut, Taye Diggs and Harold Perrineau, along with screenwriter and director Malcolm D. Lee, in town to promote their Sable Bourbon.
    From left, Taye Diggs, Harold Perrineau, Malcolm D. Lee and Morris Chestnut collaborated for the spirit Sable Bourbon.
    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.
    For sale: Beautiful contemporary home nestled in Ilchester
    The home was designed for indoor-outdoor living, taking advantage of its beautiful surroundings in Howard County.

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    For sale: Beautiful contemporary home nestled in Ilchester
    The home was designed for indoor-outdoor living, taking advantage of its beautiful surroundings in Howard County.
    Lack of progress on Columbia lakefront library concerns Howard County officials
    It's been two years since the “iconic” Columbia lakefront library project was announced. There’s been little movement on the project’s progress.
    Howard County officials want to see a new main library built along the Columbia Lakefront, near The Mall in Columbia.
    7 Things to do in Howard County, from Wine in the Woods to Ben Folds with a youth orchestra
    Here is a look at things to do in Howard County for the week ending May 21, including Wine in the Woods.
    Manor Hill Brewing is hosting baby goat yoga Sunday morning.
    Wrestling gold medalist and Maryland native Kyle Snyder charged in prostitution sting
    Olympic gold medalist wrestler and Maryland native Kyle Snyder was arrested in a prostitution sting, according to police in Columbus.
    Kyle Snyder, right, raises hand in victory after a match.
    Villains, promises and pageantry — what I learned from 6 Maryland county budgets
    We’re deep into local budget season in Maryland, when decisions are made for spending nearly $28 billion on priorities and problems. Here’s what I learned by listening to hours of budget addresses this spring.
    Anne Arundel County Executive Steuart Pittman waits to be introduced on May 1 for his State of the County address in Annapolis.
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