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Good morning Ellicott City! We're back again in your inbox, keeping you updated with what's happening in and around town. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • Ellicott City stabbing suspect ruled competent—what happens before trial?
  • See the handcrafted altar now calling an Ellicott City friary home
  • How an Ellicott City student got swept into a Penn State case

Also on today's calendar: Jenn's Uncommon Critters Educational Event and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What did the Buffalo say when his son left? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Sunday: Sun and some clouds, with a high of 82 and low of 57 degrees.
  • Monday: Partly sunny and less humid, temps: high: 79, low: 55.
  • Tuesday: Mostly sunny, with a high of 80 and low of 59 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Judge rules Howard County man charged with stabbing wife is competent to stand trial (cbsnews.com) — An Ellicott City man accused of fatally stabbing his estranged wife at a home on Huntsman Run has been ruled competent to stand trial, with court dates set for early 2027. The case follows prior protective orders and earlier assault-related charges, raising concerns about domestic violence protections affecting families in and around Ellicott City.
   

• Elon University chaplain crafts altar, ambo for his order (dioceseofraleigh.org) — A regional Franciscan friary in Ellicott City will house a custom-built traveling altar and ambo crafted by a North Carolina campus chaplain, to be used for special liturgies when churches aren't available. The project reflects years of his woodworking experience and will regularly bring these sacred pieces into use at provincial gatherings connected to the Ellicott City community.
   

• 2 MD Men Charged In Penn State Cocaine Ring Case (patch.com) — An Ellicott City resident and another Maryland student have been charged with misdemeanor roles in an alleged cocaine distribution ring tied to Penn State fraternities, but were released from custody this week. Authorities say the case involves more than a dozen people and stretches back to 2023, with most of the drugs allegedly sold to university students.
   

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  • Hi everyone!
    Several months ago I asked for recommendations for repairs needed for my brick front porch and the raising of the bricks which outline the sidewalk… (Nextdoor Autumn Hill)
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🗞 Nearby News

Catonsville

  • 18-year-old suspect in the Jada Sellers homicide found dead (afro.com)

Columbia

  • Howard County expanding school speed zones (wmar2news.com)
  • Howard County Executive Ball Seeks Eligible Members for Police Accountability Board from Councilmanic Districts 2 and 5 (howardcountymd.gov)
  • Local kids learn basketball skills at a camp with DC police officers (wtop.com)

Ok Ellicott City! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Bison! (Thank you Judy M. for sending it in!)
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