Eight candidates ran for two open at-large seats in Tuesday's primary elections. Here are the preliminary results.
A 17-year-old can be found on the ballot this election year as he seeks a spot on the Howard County Democratic Central Committee.
Officials warn people and pets to avoid contact with the water at Triadelphia Reservoir due to a blue-green algae contamination.
Monique Richards is running for Howard County Board of Education. Patch has the answers to your questions.
Primary elections are July 19. See who is on the ballot for Howard County Board of Education.
Primary elections are July 19. See who is on the ballot for Howard County executive and the County Council.
Primary elections are July 19. See who is on the ballot for Howard County sheriff.
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This week's featured MD homes include a stunning property with a water fountain out front and one with a spectacular view of the harbor.
Different murals featuring Chesapeake Bay Watershed ecosystems have been designed at HoCo library branches. Help color them in this summer.
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The Jack Johnson Summer Tour 2022 originally scheduled for June 24 has tickets available for its new date, July 15.
A Howard County man has been sentenced to 126 months in federal prison for credit/debit card fraud, wire fraud and aggravated identity theft
Military veteran and top Maryland dentist the newest member of Dental Designs of Maryland's team of award-winning doctors.
The chief of research for the Centennial Medical Group in Howard County believes a COVID-19 prevention pill could be the answer.
Howard County Executive Ball has announced an investment of $5M to establish a new Housing Opportunities Trust Fund.
A new land conservation program launched in Howard County will be the first of its kind in Maryland; $2M has been committed to it.
A Howard County team has placed in the top 4 at the National Personal Finance Challenge.
The SECU MD Foundation Scholarship Program has presented five Howard County students with scholarships.
Police officers and neighbors in Bowie will mingle at Long Reach High School in Columbia on August 2.
Embrace your inner rockstar with music and a dance party this weekend at downtown Columbia’s Merriweather District.
Enjoy specialty menu items and drinks at participating entities during HoCo's Summer Restaurant and Craft Beverage Weeks July 11-24.
Primary elections are approaching on July 19. See who will be on the ballot for Howard County Executive, Council and the board of education.
Anyone interested in working at the Howard County Public School System can apply online today.
Leadership Howard County has named a new chair of its board of directors as well as five new board members.
Early voting centers will open Thursday at five locations across Howard County. Anyone eligible to register to vote can vote.
Two separate fires broke out in Elkridge Friday and Saturday, one damaging a liquor store and the second destroying a row of townhouses.
See Patch’s guide to Independence Day fireworks shows, parades and other celebrations in and around Howard County.
Do you know what fireworks are legal in different Maryland counties and how to safely handle the ones that are legal for the Fourth of July.
Here's what you can do to help your dog make it through MD July 4th fireworks displays that can ignite fear and spark them into running off.
A children's book about ASL and idioms
It's going to be a stormy start to MD's 4th of July holiday weekend. Here's the storm timeline and the likely path of Tropical Storm Colin.
Patch has the scoop on July 4 holiday library hours, trash pick-up schedule adjustments, public transportation delays and office closures.
Not only are most fireworks unsafe to handle, Howard County police and fire officials warn, but many are illegal and can lead to a $1K fine.
Patch has your complete guide to Independence Day fireworks shows, parades and other celebrations in and around Howard County.
A Howard County executive has been named to the second annual Power 30 Banking & Finance List.
A woman told Howard County Police that a man wearing orange pants said he had a gun, threatened her, then stole her cell phone.
HCPSS students age 18 and younger can pick up free meals weekdays at select sites across Howard County this summer.
In addition to the "I Heart America" collection, customers who wear red, white and blue receive a free donut every day through July 4.
Do you know what fireworks are legal in and which ones are banned in Howard County for the Fourth of July?