Howard County Primary Election 2024: Where To Vote, Who's Running

The May 14 primary election will see Howard County voters choose school board members and candidates for seats in the U.S. House and Senate.

Early Voting Starts In Howard County Primary: Here Are The Candidates

Early voting is open in the Howard County school board race, along with state and national races. Meet the candidates and learn how to vote.

West Friendship Park Agricultural Programming Focus Group Formed

Howard County officials have formed the West Friendship Park Agricultural Programming Focus Group, which will guide use of the park.

Learn About Howard County's FY2025 Budget Cycle At March 7 Virtual Meeting

Residents are invited to attend a virtual meeting March 7 to learn more about Howard County's fiscal year 2025 budget cycle.

Volunteers Needed To Serve On Howard County's Ethics Commission

Volunteers are needed to serve on Howard County's ethics commission. Apply by March 8 to be considered for a spot with the commission.

Gaza Ceasefire Resolution Rejected At Tense Howard Co. Council Meeting

The Howard County Council rejected a controversial resolution demanding an immediate ceasefire in Gaza as Israel and Hamas wage war.

Former Cop Who Defended Capitol On Jan. 6 Running For Congress In MD

Harry Dunn will be running in the Democratic 3rd District primary to replace Rep. John Sarbanes, a Democrat who is not seeking re-election.

Leaders Unveil New Office Of Agriculture Serving Howard County

Howard County leaders have created an Office of Agriculture at West Friendship Park to help farmers and other entities.

MD Housing Secretary Stops In Howard County To Wrap Up Statewide Tours

MD Housing Secretary Jake Day recently stopped in Howard County as part of his tour of the state where he connected with residents, leaders.

Howard County Council Elects New Officers For 2023-2024

The Howard County Council has elected new officers and committee members for the upcoming year.

Residents Can Weigh In On Howard County's FY25 Operating Budget

Residents can weigh in on Howard County's fiscal year 2025 operating budget at an upcoming hearing. Sign up online to speak at the hearing.

Howard County Executive Calvin Ball Will Not Run For Congress

Howard County Executive Calvin Ball has announced he will not run for Congress. Maryland's District Three seat will be open next year.

Thursday Meeting To Discuss Repairs Needed For Failed Stormwater Pond

The Thursday 7 p.m. meeting aims to gather community feedback about the South Meadow/Centennial Park North​ Ponds repair project.

Permits Now Accepted Via Electronic Submission For Howard County

All types of permits now can be submitted online through the Accela Citizens Access portal in Howard County.

Gov. Moore, Lt. Gov. Miller In HoCo For Cabinet Meeting Road Tour

Gov. Moore and Lt. Gov. Miller stopped in Howard County Friday as part of their Cabinet Meeting Road Tour.

Sept. 12 Meeting To Highlight Pond Repair Project In Howard County

The public's invited to attend a meeting where they'll learn about plans to repair a pond in Howard County.

HoCo Joins Biden-Harris Administration’s National Building Performance Standards Coalition

HoCo will become part of the Biden-Harris Administration’s National Building Performance Standards Coalition and reduce carbon footprints.

Members Announced For Student Youth Engagement Leadership Workgroup​

The members of Howard County's first Student Youth Engagement Leadership Workgroup​ have been announced by County Executive Calvin Ball.

Blueprint Resources Planning Workgroup Formed In Howard County

One of the first Blueprint resources planning workgroup in Maryland has been created in Howard County.

Individuals Needed To Serve On Howard County's Adult Public Guardianship Review Board

Volunteers are needed to serve on Howard County's Adult Public Guardianship Review Board. The deadline to apply is May 26.

Disparity Study To Identify Overlooked Local Businesses In HoCo Deals

Howard County officials have authorized a disparity study to identify certain local businesses who tend to miss out on county contracts.

Recycling, Waste Reduction Awards Recognize HoCo Entities' Green Efforts

Howard County businesses and community organizations recently were recognized for their recycling, waste reduction and green efforts.

Howard Co. ​Local Behavioral Health Advisory Board Seeks Volunteers

Individuals interested in serving on the Howard County ​Local Behavioral Health Advisory Board need to apply for a seat by May 5.

Housing Opportunities Trust Fund Advisory Committee Members Named

Seven voting members to serve on Howard County's housing opportunities trust fund advisory committee have been named.

$379M Proposed 2024 Capital Improvement Program Submitted To Howard County Council

A $379M proposed 2024 Capital Improvement Program has been submitted to the County Council for consideration. Here are the key takeaways.

District One Vacancy, Senior Advisor Position Filled For Howard County

The District One vacancy and senior advisor positions for Howard County have been filled with appointments by County Executive Calvin Ball.

Sewer Consent Decree Between HoCo, MD Terminated

The state has terminated its sewer consent decree with HoCo after the county implemented several capital projects to improve its system.

HoCo Executive Ball Elected Chair Of Baltimore Metropolitan Council

Howard County Executive Calvin Ball has been voted in as chair of the Baltimore Metropolitan Council Board of Directors.

Award Given To HoCo's FY21 Popular Annual Finance Report, View Online

Residents can view Howard County's FY21 popular annual finance report online. The report recently received a national award.

HoCo Executive Elected President Of Maryland Association of Counties

Howard County Executive Calvin Ball has been elected president of the Maryland Association of Counties.

State Awards Recognize Efforts Of 2 Howard County Employees

HoCo employee Andrew Arnold was named Plan Reviewer of the Year and Lorri Manning was selected the Permit Tech of the Year.

FY24 Budget Hearing For Residents Planned For Dec. 21

Howard County officials will host a budget hearing for the FY24 budget cycle Dec. 21. Residents can sign up online to comment at the hearing

Book Review: Unbelonging

A most unusual book of poetry? of prose?

Health Board Volunteer Needed In Howard County, Apply By Nov. 18

A volunteer is needed to serve on Howard County's board of health. The deadline to apply is Nov. 18.

Harris Leads In Howard County Sheriff's Race, Results Pending

Howard County Sheriff Marcus Harris leads the race against GOP challenger John Francis McMahon.

Linfeng Chen, Jacky McCoy Lead Howard County School Board Election

Here's who is leading in the Howard County school board race.

Ball Declares Victory Over Kittleman In Race For Howard Co. Executive

Incumbent Calvin Ball declared himself the winner in the race for Howard County Executive; several County Council seats start to fill up.

Voter Guide 2022: Howard County Executive, Council Races

The general election on Nov. 8 features several races, including Howard County executive and the County Council.

2022 Howard County Sheriff's Race Preview: Harris Vs. McMahon

The general election on Nov. 8 includes the race for Howard County Sheriff.

2022 Candidate Profile: Allan Kittleman Runs For Howard Co. Executive

Allan Kittleman hopes to again serve as Howard County executive, an office he held from 2014 to 2018.