Save the date for the 2024-25 HoCo Student FilmFest: Friday, May 2, 2025 Film deadline: April 1, 2025
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Business
County Officially Opens Cyber Howard Accelerator Program
5 days ago 0 commentsELLICOTT CITY, MD – Howard County Executive Calvin Ball today helped officially open Howard County Economic Development Authority (HCEDA) and Technology Advancement Center’s (TAC) new Cyber Howard Accelerator program. Aimed at cybersecurity focused startups, this […]
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News
Central Library Project Advances with Proposed Release of $5 million in State Funds
16 hours ago 0 commentsELLICOTT CITY, MD – In his upcoming FY26 capital budget, Howard County Executive Calvin Ball will request the release of $5 million in State funds that were received in FY24 and are currently held in […]
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Community
Community and 50+ Center Planned for Elkridge
17 hours ago 0 commentsELLICOTT CITY, MD – Howard County Executive Calvin Ball today announced several impactful investments for the Elkridge community in his Fiscal Year 2026 Capital budget. Investments include funding for the Elkridge Community and 50+ Center, […]
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Bulletins
Board of Education Seeks Members for Operating Budget Review Committee
2 days ago 0 commentsThe Board of Education of Howard County invites community organizations and individuals to express interest in appointments to the Board’s Operating Budget Review Committee (OBRC) for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2026. The OBRC […]
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Youth
New Youth Engagement Strategy Council Intends to Defuse Youth Violence
2 days ago 0 commentsELLICOTT CITY, MD – Howard County Executive Calvin Ball today established the Youth Engagement Strategy (YES!) Council by Executive Order. This group has been created in direct response to the urgent need for a more […]
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Business
County Officially Opens Cyber Howard Accelerator Program
5 days ago 0 commentsELLICOTT CITY, MD – Howard County Executive Calvin Ball today helped officially open Howard County Economic Development Authority (HCEDA) and Technology Advancement Center’s (TAC) new Cyber Howard Accelerator program. Aimed at cybersecurity focused startups, this […]
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News
Central Library Project Advances with Proposed Release of $5 million in State Funds
16 hours ago 0 commentsELLICOTT CITY, MD – In his upcoming FY26 capital budget, Howard County Executive Calvin Ball will request the release of $5 million in State funds that were received in FY24 and are currently held in […]
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Central Library Project Advances with Proposed Release of $5 million in State Funds
ELLICOTT CITY, MD – In his upcoming FY26 capital budget, Howard County Executive Calvin Ball will request the release of $5 [...] -
First-Ever Howard County Office of Agriculture
ELLICOTT CITY, MD – Howard County Executive Calvin Ball was joined on Thursday by Maryland Secretary of Agriculture Kevin [...] -
Along Route One, Ride for Free Through April 17 in Howard County
ELLICOTT CITY, MD – Howard County Executive Calvin Ball announced recently the launch of its new microtransit program, HoCo [...]
Crime & Justice
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HCPD Daily Crime Bulletin, March 27-31, 2025
Residential burglary Columbia, 21044: 10500 block of Morning Wind Lane, March 28 9 a.m.-2:50 p.m. Unknown suspect(s) entered the [...] -
HCPD Daily Crime Bulletin, March 21-26, 2025
Residential burglary Laurel, 20723: 8700 block of Cardinal Forest Circle, March 25 2:59 p.m. A resident reported that she arrived [...] -
Howard Police Charge Baltimore Man with Sex Trafficking and Robbery
Howard County police have charged a Baltimore man with sex trafficking and armed robberies in a two-month period during which he [...]
Community
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Community and 50+ Center Planned for Elkridge
April 1, 2025ELLICOTT CITY, MD – Howard County Executive Calvin Ball today announced several impactful investments for the Elkridge [...] -
Along Route One, Ride for Free Through April 17 in Howard County
March 27, 2025ELLICOTT CITY, MD – Howard County Executive Calvin Ball announced recently the launch of its new microtransit program, HoCo [...] -
Public Works to Host Meeting on the Painter’s Hill Pond Repair Project
March 26, 2025ELLICOTT CITY, MD – Howard County Department of Public Works’ (DPW) Stormwater Management Division will hold a community [...]
- Howard County Youth Engagement Programming
- Community Foundation of Howard County’s Beverly White-Seals to Retire
- Temora Manor Pond Repair Project Meeting February 6th
Opinion
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The Path to Great Journalism Lies with Consumers of News
Transparency in government begins with good journalism. One path to transparency in government is good and in-depth news [...] -
Dear Democrats: A Moment of Reflection of Why You’re Here
Letter to the Editor As Trump, a symbol of Democratic failures, is sworn in, it’s time to remember that even though Trump is [...] -
Let’s Help Howard County Kids by Helping Their Parents
Due to a task I am working on to add a parenting class to our calendar, my thoughts gravitated towards many of the the young [...]
Columbia
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Spring Weather Reveals Completed Stream Restoration at Wilde Lake
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Wilde Lake Board Funds Local Groups, Answers Public Safety Questions
March 10, 2025Publisher’s Note: This article is made available free to the public for a limited time. Donations, community engagement and [...] -
Wilde Lake High School’s Fantastical Spring Musical
March 7, 2025Hello. Thank you for visiting Howard Courier. You have requested to see premium content. To access this article and all other [...]
- Kyshona Brings Legacy to Columbia, Gives Local Students the Stage
- Marathon CA Board Meeting Fails to Move Needle on Key Issues
- What to Know about the Upcoming Dorsey’s Search Village Board Elections
Politics
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IndivisibleHoCoMD Calls for Schumer Resignation as Senate Minority Leader
HOWARD COUNTY, MD, March 21, 2025— Indivisible Howard County Maryland (IndivisibleHoCoMD), a citizen-led organization with [...] -
Marathon CA Board Meeting Fails to Move Needle on Key Issues
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What to Know about the Upcoming Dorsey’s Search Village Board Elections
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Living
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“Blossoms and Beyond” at the Bernice Kish Gallery in Wilde Lake
Founded in 1885, the Baltimore Watercolor Society (BWS; https://baltimorewatercolorsociety.org) is today the nation’s [...] -
A Lesson on Learning to Love in Howard County and Beyond
Publisher’s Note: This premium article is provided free as a public service to our readers. From the humanitarian movement [...] -
Film Review: WALKING WHILE BLACK: L.O.V.E. Is The Answer
This documentary, WALKING WHILE BLACK: L.O.V.E. Is The Answer, starts off with scenes of police brutality toward Black people [...]
Entertainment
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Merriweather District’s Books in Bloom Returns May 10th
Merriweather District’s signature book festival, Books in Bloom, is back for its 9th year, bringing together community with top [...] -
Wilde Lake High School’s Fantastical Spring Musical
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Kyshona Brings Legacy to Columbia, Gives Local Students the Stage
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Health
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Community Gardening Flourishes in Howard County
Over 50 Gardens Installed Across the County COLUMBIA, MD – Nourishing Gardens, a program of the Community Ecology Institute [...] -
Combating Food Insecurity in Howard County
Columbia, MD – Howard County is facing a significant challenge with food insecurity. According to the 2021 Howard County Health [...] -
Healthy Mindsets Lead to Healthy Resolutions
Milwaukee, WI — If eating better or exercising more is one of your resolutions for the new year, you are not alone—around 60 [...]
Business
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County Officially Opens Cyber Howard Accelerator Program
ELLICOTT CITY, MD – Howard County Executive Calvin Ball today helped officially open Howard County Economic Development [...] -
Scaggsville Resident Awarded Employee of Year at Healthcare Council
Alexandria, VA. – Today Goodwin Living™, a not-for-profit, faith-based, senior living and healthcare services organization [...] -
CarneyKelehan Adds Rachel Hess as Real Estate Attorney
COLUMBIA, Md. — Rachel M. Hess joined CarneyKelehan, a law firm based in Columbia. With over 40 years of experience, Hess [...]
Youth & Family
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New Youth Engagement Strategy Council Intends to Defuse Youth Violence
ELLICOTT CITY, MD – Howard County Executive Calvin Ball today established the Youth Engagement Strategy (YES!) Council by [...] -
2025 Howard County Homecoming Gala: Supporting Get On the Bus Soccer
Howard County, Maryland – March 5, 2025 – Howard County Soccer Alumni and Get on the Bus leaders, Tim Ryerson and Brian [...] -
Seahawks’ Late-Game Run Stings Scorpions in State Title Game
Oakland Mills’ state title run falls short in 3A finals The Oakland Mills Scorpions opened their state title game in perfect [...]
Sports
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Seahawks’ Late-Game Run Stings Scorpions in State Title Game
Oakland Mills’ state title run falls short in 3A finals The Oakland Mills Scorpions opened their state title game in perfect [...] -
Oakland Mills Scorpions Hope to Sting South River for State Title
It’s the Scorpions’ first title shot in 27 years Life is good; it can also be circular. Oakland Mills dropped their season [...] -
The Mighty and Victorious Oakland Mills High School Cheerleaders
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Bulletins
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Charles “Chuck” Rees, Active in Columbia Politics, Dies at 86
March 31, 2025Charles Arthur (“Chuck” to most) Rees died at the age of 86 on March 27, 2025 at his home in Columbia, Maryland. He had [...] -
Board of Education Seeks Members for Operating Budget Review Committee
March 31, 2025The Board of Education of Howard County invites community organizations and individuals to express interest in appointments to [...] -
Applicants Needed for the Cemetery Preservation Advisory Board
March 27, 2025ELLICOTT CITY, MD – Howard County Executive Calvin Ball is seeking dedicated applicants to represent particular openings on the [...]
- Because Animals Matter, There’s a Howard County Board
- The Howard County Police Accountability Board has Vacancies
- Funeral Arrangements for Former Howard County Del. Frank S. Turner
Recent News
HoCo Student FilmFest
Life Skills Class for Grades 6 – 9 #7 (Series of 8 classes)
FREE and back by popular demand!!! HC DrugFree is providing a highly interactive skills-based program designed to promote positive health and personal development for youth in grades 6-9. (For slightly younger or older students, we will […]
Medication and Sharps Drive-Thru Collection
Save the Date! HC DrugFree’s semi-annual medication & sharps collection will be held on Saturday, April 26, 2025 from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Bring any expired or unwanted medication or sharps to our convenient […]
HCPD Daily Crime Bulletin, March 27-31, 2025
Residential burglary Columbia, 21044: 10500 block of Morning Wind Lane, March 28 9 a.m.-2:50 p.m. Unknown suspect(s) entered the residence by forcing open a rear door and stole cash, jewelry, and purses. Theft from vehicle/vehicle […]
Charles “Chuck” Rees, Active in Columbia Politics, Dies at 86
Charles Arthur (“Chuck” to most) Rees died at the age of 86 on March 27, 2025 at his home in Columbia, Maryland. He had spent the previous weeks telling everyone how much he loved […]
Village Election Day
If you’d like to vote in person in this year’s Wilde Lake Village election, please mark Saturday, April 26 on your calendar! Our polling place for in person voting will be open at Slayton House […]
Earth Day Festival & Plant Exchange
Earth Day Festival Tickets Event Description: Join us for the Wilde Lake Earth Day Festival! Enjoy live music, opportunities to connect with local merchants and organizations, and fun, eco-friendly activities for all ages. Don’t miss […]