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Presidents Day 2026 In Columbia: What’s Open, Closed

Learn what's open and closed on President's Day Monday in Howard County, along with the services available.

BikeHoward Plan Under Review, Residents Asked To Voice Opinions

County leaders are hosting four public meetings so the community can offer opinions about BikeHoward, which will be updated this summer.

Residents Can Testify At Upcoming Virtual Budget Hearing

The second hearing for Howard County's fiscal year 2027 budget will be virtual March 3. Residents can sign up to testify online.

Residences at Vantage Point Holds Two Pop-In Open House Sessions in February

Chat with residents and staff members in casual welcoming setting, tour model apartments, enjoy refreshments at events on February 14 or 28

Highest Credit Rating Given To Howard County

For 2026, Howard County again ranks among the top two percent of counties nationwide to earn the AAA ranking.

Animal Chiropractic Clinic Offers Aquatic Therapy, Acupuncture And More

A longtime chiropractor in Howard County co-owns two practices, one for humans and one for animals, with a variety of services offered.

Columbia-Patuxent Rotary Club Celebrating 40 Years

Gala Event planned for Feb. 26 at Collective Encore

Husband Kills Wife | Power Tool Attack In Elevator | Road Rage Attack: MD Weekend

Here are the headlines you may have missed from the weekend in Maryland.

Residents Encouraged To Seek Shelter During High Wind Warning

Howard County officials ask residents to seek shelter and stay safe during the high wind warning issued for Saturday.

Howard Co. School Officials Make Decision About Evening Activities Due To Forecast

Howard County Public Schools officials have made a decision about evening activities Friday due to the forecasted winter weather.

Vote On ICE Detention Centers In Howard County Set For Thursday

The Howard County Council will vote Thursday night on two emergency bills designed to stop ICE from opening detention centers in the county.

Have You Seen A Good Deed In Columbia? Tell Us About It!

Kindness takes many forms — big and small — and shows up all around Columbia and Howard County.

2 Arrested During Crackdown On 6 Car Rallies Across 4 MD Counties

Law enforcement broke up six car rallies Sunday night in four counties, including Howard, and arrested two people.

Proposed ICE Detention Center In Howard Co. Has Building Permit Revoked

A building permit for a privately owned facility in Howard County that was to be used by ICE to detain immigrants has been revoked.

Community Garden Plots Available To Groups At Freetown Farm

Apply now for one of several community garden plots available at Freetown Farm, located in Columbia.

ICE Detention Centers In Private Buildings Opposed In Howard County

Howard Co. Executive Ball has proposed emergency legislation to ban ICE from using private buildings as detention centers for immigrants.

19-Year-Old Convicted In Double Fatal Shooting Of Teens Outside Columbia Mall

Emmetson Zeah, 19, has been convicted in the double fatal shooting of 16-year-old Michael Robertson and 15-year-old Blake McCray in 2025.

Howard Co. Schools Announced Schedule Change For Friday

Howard County Public Schools officials have adjusted the school schedule for Friday.

Where To Watch The Big Game In Columbia

Here's where you can watch the big game if you aren't wanting to host a party at your place.

Winter Restaurant, Craft Beverage Weeks Extended Due To Recent Storm

Organizers have extended Howard County's Winter Restaurant Weeks and Craft Beverage Weeks due to the recent winter storm.

Howard Co. Schools Announced Schedule Change For Thursday

Howard County Public Schools officials have adjusted the school schedule for Thursday.

Code Blue Issued For Howard County Through Friday

Officials have issued a Code Blue weather alert for Tuesday through Friday. There are several options for shelter and warming centers.

Cold Weather, Storm Cleanup Prompts Schedule Change For Howard Co. Schools Wednesday

A combination of storm cleanup efforts and the cold weather advisory has prompted a schedule change for Howard County schools Wednesday.

Man Sentenced After Pleading Guilty To Soliciting Child Pornography

A Columbia man has been sentenced after prosecutors say he pleaded guilty to a charge of solicitation of child pornography.

ICE Activity In Howard County Confirmed By Police

The Howard Co. Police Department confirmed that Immigration and Customs Enforcement officers removed a person from their vehicle Saturday.

Firefighters Battle Townhouse Blaze During Snowstorm

Five residents have been displaced after their townhouse caught on fire early Saturday morning. The fire continues to be investigated.

Trash Pickup Schedule Changed, County Buildings Closed Due To Winter Storm

The winter storm impacting Marylanders has prompted trash pickup to be canceled Monday and county buildings to close.

Howard Co. Schools Make Schedule Decision For Jan. 26-27

The winter storm has forced Howard County Public Schools to make a schedule change for Monday and Tuesday.

Police Crack Down On Child Solicitation, Human Trafficking In Howard County

Laurel Police rescued two adults from suspected human trafficking while Howard County Police investigated a child solicitation suspect.

Columbia Prepares For Major Winter Storm: Latest Forecast, Cancellations, How To Prepare

Howard County crews are preparing for the impending winter storm. Here's the latest information from Patch.

Columbia Hardware Stores Help Residents Prepare For Winter Storm

Howard County residents have been stocking up on shovels, bags of salt, sleds, wood pellets and kerosene heaters ahead of the winter storm.

1 Person Seriously Burned, 2nd Suffers Smoke Inhalation In House Fire

One person has died and another was injured after the townhouse they lived in caught fire Wednesday, according to fire officials.

Bridge Repair Project To Close Road Shoulder

Drivers should be aware that a bridge maintenance project starting next week will require the closure of a road's shoulder.

Funeral Details Shared For Master Firefighter From Howard County

The Howard County Department of Fire and Rescue Services has released funeral plans for Master Firefighter Bernard Arnold who passed away.

Juvenile Killed In Police-Involved Fiery Crash: Authorities

The young driver was pronounced dead at the scene, according to authorities, who noted responding officers were wearing body cameras.

MLK Day 2026: What’s Open And Closed In Columbia

There are service projects planned for Monday for Martin Luther King Jr. Day, as well as various closures for the federal holiday.

Traffic Delays Anticipated For Installation Of 30K Gallon Fire Suppression Tank

Drivers should plan for traffic delays when crews install a 30K gallon fire suppression tank in Clarksville.

Police Officers Credited For Helping Man In Distress

A team of police officers helped a Howard Co. resident in distress, contacted his doctor to refill his prescription and took him to get it.

Youth Apprentice Students Earn While They Learn

Rotarians Hear How Statewide Program Benefits Both Employers and Career-Seekers