WHAT IF I CAN’T KEEP MY HOME? Local Nonprofit CCCS of MD & DE Offers Financially Stressed Homeowners Advice and Support

When homeowners cannot pay their mortgages, sometimes they are not able to keep their homes. But they may be able to avoid the financial consequences of foreclosure if they take the proper steps.

HoCo Memorial Day Trash & Recycling

No curbside collection on Monday, May 27th.

WHAT’S GOING AROUND – TICKS AND LYME DISEASE

Spring is prime time for ticks. These tiny, biting creatures feed on warm-blooded animals, including people, and can transmit serious illness through their bites.

Watermont Swim Club has pool memberships for Summer 2013

A limited number a pool memberships ar available this Summer. Please see www.watermontswim.org or email watermont.mike@gmail.com for details.

April Real Estate Summary Is In All Good New for Elkridge

April Real Estate Sales 2013 vs 2012. All good news in the real estate market, homes are selling in Elkridge, Maryland.

Stressed at work?

A little stress can be good. It energizes and motivates you. But too much takes a toll on your brain and your body. Here are ten ways to lower your stress level on the job.

Elkridge Heritage Society: May Presentation by Fred Dorsey and June Fundraiser

Please join us: May 14th: Free presentation by Fred Dorsey about Belmont and the families who lived there. June 8th: Brumbaugh Bash Cook-out and fundraiser.

Patch Problems

Patch support for Small Business

The Elkridgean Cyclist - No Green Thumb Here

Wish I liked gardening more than bike-riding, but so it goes. The garden is suffering but I am happier than I've ever been!

Home Buyers and Home Owner Programs Available

Available programs for down payment or repairs of homes. Here is a list of a few federal, Maryland state and local programs that may be available to you.

Arts Council's Visual & Performing Arts Camps Offer Fun and Creative Summer Arts Opportunities

A fun and creative summer awaits your child at the Arts Council's Visual & Performing Arts Camps

Michael Feinstein Takes Stage at the Lyric May 9 to Benefit Myerberg Center

Michael Feinstein will perform his one-man show, “The Gershwins and Me,” at the Lyric Opera House on Thursday, May 9, 2013 at 7:30 p.m.

Cheering for Community!

Cheering for Community! Elkridge Businesses support student athlete's bid to National Competition!

LEARNING TO WIN: Maryland Personal Finance Challenge Prepares Students for the Real World

The 2013 MCEE Personal Finance Challenge included 28 four-person teams from 18 MD schools. Local nonprofit CCCS of MD & DE sponsors this event to teach teens financial skills they can use for life.

A remedy for drug disposal

There’s a lot to think about when disposing of unused, unwanted medicine and prescriptions. Proper disposal keeps these drugs out of reach of anyone not given that prescription.

Sleep on it

When a busy world pulls you in every direction, sleep can drop to the bottom of your priority list. It should be near the top. A good night’s sleep is more important than you think.

Small Business Expo Coming Saturday May 4!

Come celebrate small business owners of Howard County and surrounding areas at the Business Expo 2013 being held at Kahler Hall on Saturday, May 4.

Get Your Zumba On

Free Zumba Tuesday April 16th, 7:00 p.m,

The Elkridgean Cyclist - Sprinting to a Younger Me

"Sprinting" up hills to improve stamina and health.

Market Has Shifted

Housing Market is Changing.

CCCS of MD & DE CELEBRATES 47 YEARS OF SERVICE: Despite Growth and Change Its Mission Remains the Same

47 years ago local nonprofit Consumer Credit Counseling Service of MD & DE (CCCS) began serving the community. In celebration, staff members reflect on CCCS’s history and vision for the future.

What's going around - Spring allergies

Ah, spring. The sun shines, the birds chirp, and people everywhere sneeze and cough from allergies. Spring is usually the time when people with allergies suffer the most.

*** Reminder: Elkridge Heritage Society: Elkridge Furnace Inn Dessert Night with Frank Crowson ****

There's still time to get tickets for the Elkridge Heritage Society's April 9th event!

Sugarloaf Crafts Festival Celebrates American Craftsmanship in Timonium, MD

April 26-28 Show Offers a True “Made in America” Experience for Spring

What Sells a Home

Getting home to sell. Hints in selling your home. Spring Cleaning.

Elkridge Heritage Society: **** Elkridge Furnace Inn Dessert Night with Frank Crowson ****

Exciting Elkridge Heritage Society Event: Elkridge Furnace Inn Dessert Night with Frank Crowson

Neighbor Ride Provides the “Wheels” so Seniors Can Volunteer

In celebration of Volunteer Appreciation Month, Neighbor Ride is offering NO-COST transportation to and from volunteer activities for Howard County seniors during April.

Take the sting out of spring

As Spring gets ready to burst onto the scene you will see plenty of activity outside. Trees and flowers have been waiting for warmer temperatures. But so have bees, wasps and other stinging insects.

Elkridge Housing Market Stats

Elkridge Housing Market Stats. 2012 vs. 2013

WORRIED ABOUT FORECLOSURE? Seek Help Now to Save Your Home

This article examines how to prevent foreclosure. It shows how CCCS of MD & DE, a local, HUD-approved nonprofit agency, offers free housing counseling to help consumers keep their homes.

Something to say

Tuesday at 4:09 my 10 year old bi-racial daughter had no idea that the word NIGGER existed.At 4:10 she knew the word, knew what it meant, and knew someone wanted to kill people like her

Elkridge Heritage Society: *** IMPORTANT UPDATES *** March and April Events

Betsy McMillion of Patapsco Heritage Greenway to speak March 12; Fundraiser at Elkridge Furnace Inn April 9: Maryland author Frank Crowson to speak about growing up in Lower Elkridge.

The Elkridgean Cyclist - Bonked on Beechwood

Gearing up for regular bike-commuting...

What's your excuse?

Regular exercise in order to stay healthy is a goal for lots of people, but chances are you could use a little help sticking with your exercise routine.

Elkridge Heritage Society News: Events, Shopping, and a Poem

Find out what dates to save for all our events, visit our on-line store, and read about the history of Elkridge in verse.

AT&T invests in Baltimore-area infrastructure and state-wide to enhance customer experience

AT&T recently announced it has invested nearly $650M in Maryland from 2010 through 2012, including nearly $425M in Baltimore area, to enhance speeds, reliability and performance for customers.

Howard residents turn out in support of stormwater fee

Howard County residents urged the County Council on Tuesday evening to approve a proposed storm water fee. You heard that right – people enthusiastically supporting a new government fee.

Get the most from your physician visit

There are many reasons that you visit a physician. Whatever the reason, a few simple preparations will help you get the most out of your time with the physician.

NORMAL collection for President's Day

There will be NORMAL collection of trash and recycling on Monday, February 18.

FHA Lending Changes Coming

FHA lending changes coming spring 2013. Time to purchase is now.