2 Bills Aim To Help Howard Co. Residents

One bills extends eviction notice requirements from six days to 14, leaders said.

3K Free Native Trees Available To Howard County Residents

Howard County residents can sign up Tuesday for up to two free native trees they'll pick up later in September.

Free Trees Available From Howard Hughes and Arbor Day Foundation

Help lower energy costs, filter air and water, reduce storm water, and green our neighborhoods via tree planting in the right location

Residents Asked To Conserve Water Due To Low Reservoir Levels

Howard County residents have been asked to conserve water for the time being due to low water levels in the Liberty Reservoir.

Earth Day Celebration Features Eco-Friendly Activities for the Family

DIY workshops, free tree giveaways, yoga class, Maker's Market, music, games, and chalk zone in Color Burst Park in Downtown Columbia

10K Homes Added To Howard County's Feed The Green Bin Food Scrap Program

More than 10,000 homes in Howard County have been added to the Feed the Green Bin food scrap collection program. Sign up starts soon.

Trash Collection Delayed, Slide Schedule In Effect For Howard County

Howard County residents are reminded that their trash collection will be pushed back by a day due to the winter storm.

Feed The Green Bin Program Adds 4K Homes To Its Composting Service Area

Howard County's Feed the Green Bin program has added more than 4,400 houses to its composting service territory.

Make Plans To Pop By Plant Palooza Hosted By Cedar Lane School

Cedar Lane School's Horticulture Program will host Plant Palooza May 8-11 featuring plants grown by students including flowers, herbs, etc.

16K Residential Water Meters Left To Be Replaced Across Howard County

Howard County aims to replace 16K water meters and has contracted with a company to expedite the process.

2024 Howard County Seed Share Planned For Jan. 20

The second annual Howard County Seed Share will be Saturday at the Miller Branch of the HCLS from 2 to 4 p.m.

How Much Does Hiring A Plumber Cost In Columbia?

From leaky faucets to burst pipes, hiring a Thumbtack professional is the fast and easy way to handle all your plumbing needs.

Voluntary Water Restriction In Howard County Lifted

The voluntary water restriction in effect for Howard County has been lifted. It was put in place following a fire at a pumping station.

Residents Asked To Keep Conserving Water After Fire At Pumping Station

Howard County residents are asked to continue conserving water after a fire broke out at the Cromwell Pumping Station in Baltimore City.

Where Can I Find Affordable Landscaping Services In Columbia?

Transform your outdoor spaces affordably and effortlessly with professional landscaping services.

Hire A Columbia Area Pro To Clean Your Home Today!

Getting things done around the house has never been easier.

Columbia Area Pros Are Ready To Help Tackle Your Dirty Work ​—​ Literally

Finding and hiring top-rated house cleaners, junk removal pros and more has never been easier.

Water Meters Will Continue to Be Replaced Across Howard County

Howard County officials, with the help of Vanguard Utility Service, plan to continue replacing water meters.

$16.5M Going To HoCo Housing Opportunities Trust Fund, Rental Assistance

Howard County Executive Ball has announced a $16.5M investment in housing, homeownership and rental assistance for residents.

Book Review: When We Were Sisters

Three Muslim-American girls raise themselves

Merry Mulch Program Helps Residents Recycle Real Holiday Trees

Starting Dec. 26, residents can set out their live trees to be collected and taken to the composting facility at Alpha Ridge Landfill.

Free Trees Offered Howard County Residents by The Howard Hughes Corp.

In partnership with the Arbor Day Foundation, Downtown Columbia's master developer is giving away 250 trees to green our neighborhoods

HoCo Town 4th Nationally For 'Best City For People With Disabilities'

A community in Howard County has earned 4th in the nation ranking as a "Best City for People with Disabilities."

Free Tree Giveaway Signup Starts Sept. 7 For Howard County Homeowners

Howard County's annual native tree giveaway kicks off with signups Sept. 7. Homeowners are allowed one free tree.

$5M To Create Housing Opportunities Trust Fund In Howard County

Howard County Executive Ball has announced an investment of $5M to establish a new Housing Opportunities Trust Fund.

$20K Grant To Help Form Committee To Address Food Insecurity In HoCo

With a boost from a $20K grant, a committee will be formed to examine and address food insecurity in Howard County.

Arbor Day Foundation and Howard Hughes Corporation Offer Free Trees

Community Canopy program uses trees to lower energy costs, filter air and water, reduce storm water and green our neighborhoods

Vantage Point Hosts "Rightsizing Your Life" Event on March 11

Free presentation on aligning the way you live with your values, goals and needs for a "perfect fit"

Prospective Homebuyers In HoCo Can Apply For Help Through Oct. 29

Prospective home buyers have until Oct. 29 to apply for HoCo’s moderate income housing unit October open enrollment period.

2K Native Saplings Available During HoCo Annual Tree Giveaway

Howard County residents can receive two free native trees to be planted during the Annual Tree Giveaway, which kicks off Aug. 30.

Mulch Holiday Trees In Howard County Dec. 26-Jan. 16

All collected trees are delivered to the composting facility at Alpha Ridge Landfill and recycled into compost and mulch.

Preventing Christmas Tree Fires In Columbia Homes

People are more likely to pick up a real Christmas tree this year. Here’s how to keep your tree and your family safe from a tree fire.

Howard County Receives 'Tree City' Designation Again

This year, the county has planted more than 7,000 trees countywide, including 2,020 native trees planted by residents in August.

Stink Bugs Are Creeping Into Maryland Homes: Here's What To Do

Brown marmorated stink bugs, which threaten crops in Maryland and 45 other states, are about to crawl into your house for the winter.

$999K Grant Will Help Triple Tree Planting Numbers In HoCo

The grant also ​will allow Howard County to plant upwards of an additional 7,500 trees each year.

2020 Tree Giveaway Planned For September In Howard County

There will be four native tree species to choose from and residents can select up to three total to pick up and take home to plant.

HoCo Residents Can Apply For Help Paying Rent Starting Monday

The $​1.5 million in housing ​payment relief for Howard County residents is being allocated through local nonprofit partnerships.

Green Thumbs Sought For Long Reach Community Gardens In Columbia

Four new plots are now part of Long Reach Community Gardens, which now contains 125 full plots, 10 half plots and five accessible beds.

Shredded Wood Available For Free At Alpha Ridge Landfill

Shredded wood will be available to both contractors and residents on a first come, first served basis at Alpha Ridge Landfill in Howard Co.

Shop Maryland Energy Weekend Feb. 15-Feb. 17 In Howard County

During the annual Shop Maryland Energy weekend, consumers do not pay the state's 6 percent sales tax on qualify ENERGY STAR appliances.