The moment of silence will last 8 minutes, 46 seconds, the length of time George Floyd was pinned to the ground per video of the arrest.
Two schools have earned recertification four times and have been designated as green schools for more than 16 continuous years.
So far this year, there has been a 10 percent increase in fatal overdoses compared to the previous year in Howard County.
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The U.S. National Weather Service issued a flood warning for northwestern Howard County that's in effect until 8:30 p.m.
The Board of Trustees of Howard Community College has added regular meetings to its schedule to be held on June 24 and July 22, 2020.
Howard County General Hospital staff joined in the national movement to show support for equality and racial justice by kneeling together.
Dunkin' is offering customers in Howard County and across the nation a free classic donut of their choice with the purchase of a beverage.
HCPSS Superintendent Michael J. Martirano said officials will report to the police any racially charged social media activity by students.
Sharing photos is just one of the ways HCC’s culinary faculty and staff have kept students engaged in what is normally a hands-on program.
The National Weather Service issued a weather alert for Howard County Thursday until 10 p.m.
Restaurants and bars without outdoor dining options can apply for a temporary permit to set up outdoor table service.
The movie theater chain said Wednesday it may not survive the coronavirus pandemic.
Howard County Executive Calvin Ball is aligning the county's reopenings with the state's Phase 2 plan. Park bathrooms also will reopen.
County Executive Calvin Ball said he marched for George Floyd "and many others whose names we'll never know."
Hundreds have converged in Columbia to protest the death of George Floyd of Minneapolis in police custody.
The Howard County Police Department is investigating three separate robberies that occurred Sunday. Two of the three may be related.
The Columbia mom of three started her business offering labor and postpartum doula services, along with childbirth education, in 2018.
Each family receives one bag of food at the pop up pantries that's provided by the Howard County Food Bank.
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"It’s hard to believe that, as a young girl growing up in Philadelphia, I saw scenes that are similar to what is happening today."
Two dozen units were damaged either by fire, smoke and/or water. The fire also burned through the structure's roof.
Brad Scott passed away Sunday after a 6-year battle with cancer. He was with the HoCo Department of Fire and Rescue Services for 13 years.
"It is disturbing for us to see the actions of officers who do not represent our profession," the Howard County Police Department stated.
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Voters were encouraged to mail in a ballot, but those who didn't can still vote June 2 at designated voting centers from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m.
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Food consumption restrictions will be lifted for faith institutions, meaning houses of worship can partake in communion.
Artwork from the 30th annual Senior Art Show & Junior Portfolio Development Exhibition can now be viewed online.
Businesses can operate at 50 percent maximum capacity while religious institutions can hold outdoor services for up to 250 people.
Cesar Jesus Visurraga of Columbia has been intubating coronavirus patients at area hospitals in the hopes of saving their lives.
Over the past year, 25 students have worked tirelessly on original research projects with the goal of being published in the journal.
The act prohibits an increase of commercial and residential rent during the state of emergency.
Acting Fire Chief William Anuszewski has been named Howard County Department of Fire and Rescue Services chief effective May 25.
Healthy Holiday Reminders
Howard County parks will be open Memorial Day, but park restrooms and playgrounds remain closed until further notice.
Self-swab tests will be available to individuals meeting CDC testing guidelines at two CVS drive-thru pharmacies in Howard County.
The PLANT award annually recognizes communities of all types who prioritize and actively care for their trees.
HCC built their lead up to 49-36 at halftime and went on to shoot 65% from the field in the second half.
More than a dozen Howard County Public School System students have advanced to the virtual National History Day Competition.