Talk About ‘U’ Host Kym Lee-King Shares Fibroid Journey on NBC4

The USA Fibroid Centers Ambassador speaks out to ensure local women no longer "suffer in silence".

UpStage Artists Presents American Son

A Powerful, Timely Drama Exploring Race, Identity, and Justice

“Beyond the 4th: Stories of Laurel’s Freedom Celebrations” Open February 15, 2026

Journey through Laurel’s July 4 celebrations in 1876, 1926, and 1976 plus Emancipation Day, Pride, Hispanic Heritage freedom celebrations

Lightbridge Academy Celebrates Official Groundbreaking in Laurel, MD

Local Childcare Provider Expands Its Maryland Footprint with a New Center, Aimed at Supporting Local Families

Laurel Holiday House Tour December 13

Four stunning historic homes, a historic church and a century-old school festively decorated highlight this Holiday House Tour.

Laurel Photographer Earns Elite International Certification

Ally Ramsey Photography joins exclusive group of 15 worldwide to achieve Certified Boutique Photographer distinction

Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.® Chapters Donate Healthcare Supplies to Prince George’s County Schools

Local chapters of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.® support school nurses in Bowie, Greenbelt and Laurel, Maryland public schools.

Psi Epsilon Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.® Establishes ‘Comfort Closets’ for Laurel, MD

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Oakland Mills High School Student Reflects Upon Her Year as Howard County's First Youth Poet Laureate

Mai-Anh Nguyen has used her platform to encourage other students and adults to explore the world of creative writing and expression

Howard County Poet Laureate Featured at Vantage Point on April 29

Downtown Columbia retirement community showcases inaugural Poet Laureate Truth Thomas in Arts & Culture Collective reading and interview

Howard County Writer-in-Residence Will Read at Vantage Point April 22

Downtown Columbia retirement community showcases Nigerian American author Tope Folarin in Arts & Culture Collective Spring series program

Residences at Vantage Point Hold Pop-In Open House on April 19

Chat with residents and staff members in a casual welcoming manner, tour selected model apartments, enjoy refreshments

Alzheimer's Association education program on April 23

Community encouraged to attend to learn about Alzheimer's and dementia, warning signs, and available resources

Residences at Vantage Point Hosts Free Seminar on State of Real Estate

Is now a good time to sell my house? What about interest rates? Do I need home improvements before I sell? Ask experts Thursday, March 27

"Hidden History of Howard County" Featured in Vantage Point Program

Downtown Columbia retirement community hosts 3-part Arts & Culture Collective series, "Tell Me A Story: Sharing Tales of Past and Present"

Residences at Vantage Point Hosts Seminar on Planning for the Future

Review Retirement Living Options to make the best decision for you and your family

Come in out of the cold: Pop-in to Vantage Point Open House Jan. 25

Downtown Columbia retirement community offers opportunity to chat with its residents and staff members and to tour select model apartments

The HELL You Go Through Being a Hyundai Owner

Hyundai’s Oil Consumption Issues and Horrible Service – A Warning

Residences at Vantage Point Volunteers Find Purpose and Joy in Helping

Activities include everything from gardening with dementia patients to delivering cakes and driving older adults to medical appointments

Public Comment Wanted For The Laurel Race Course Impact Fund by Feb 14

Monarch Global Academy Laurel, part of The Children’s Guild, is being considered for four grants from The Laurel Race Course Impact Fund.

Visions and Voices: The African American Voting Experience in Laurel

The Laurel Museum’s temporary exhibit “Visions and Voices 1920-2023 The African American Voting Experience in Laurel, Maryland” 02/16-06/16

Maryland’s Only School For Electrolysis Opens

The Maryland Electrolysis Education Center (MEEC), located in Laurel, Maryland began accepting students on November 2, 2023.

Downtown BikeAround and Block Party Postponed Until Sept. 30-Oct. 1

Projected bad weather leads to cancellation of this weekend's planned event for Howard County bike enthusiasts and local families

LHS Gala Celebrates “All Together Again” and Mayor Craig Moe

Celebrating community and honoring Laurel’s retiring Mayor Craig Moe, the Laurel Historical Society’s Gala returns on Sunday June 4, 2023.

It’s All Laurel: City Limits and Beyond Opens At Laurel Museum

Where and What is Laurel? Those are the questions “It’s All Laurel: City Limits and Beyond” answers. Surprise! 4 counties and a city!

Nonprofit Executive Director Graduates from Leadership Maryland

Laurel Resident and Executive Director at Maryland Humanities Lindsey Baker celebrates graduation from Leadership Maryland

It's All Laurel Makes a Great Holiday Addition

The newest ornament from the LHS celebrates all of Laurel -- the City and 4 Counties. Buy online or at the Open House Dec. 2-4.

McCeney March: September 24. Family Fun Day Follows

Walkers can enjoy a double the fun day when they join the 7th Annual McCeney March Sat. September 24 followed by a Museum Family Fun Day.

Grassroots Crisis Intervention Center Seeks Food for Shelter Residents

Help is needed from community groups or individuals to prepare or buy 150 meals per day for families living in the shelter for the homeless

Five Awarded Laurel Historical Society McCeney Fund Scholarship

Four Laurel area seniors have been awarded $1,000 LHS McCeney Education Fund Scholarships and one freshman received $500.

City of Laurel Takes Major Step to Protect Environment

Laurel has partnered with the beverage industry and environmental organizations to make recycling easy.

New St. Philip's Episcopal Church Little Chapel Food Pantry

Laurel's St Philip's Episcopal Church Has a new food bank in partnership with the Capital Area Food Bank.

What’s Cookin’ Laurel? Restaurants, Recipes & Community

The Laurel Museum’s newest exhibit opens Friday, February 18, 2022.

Family Worship Center 2022 Theme

The Family Center: A Place Where Families Can Imagine-2022 Theme: “Time To Reset Our Belief System”

Honor For Service Given

On Saturday, October 30, 2021, my wife Dr. Michele D. Mangum and I-Rev. Dr. Duane E. Mangum experienced a tremendous milestone in our lives.

Laurel's Grove Community Celebrated in 2021 Ornament

Laurel, Maryland's historic African-American Community, The Grove, is celebrated in the Laurel Historical Society's 2021 ornament.

Edgar Allan Poe “Body” and Casket at the Laurel Museum:

Edgar Allan Poe's “body” and casket will lie in state at the Laurel Museum beginning October 29 and running through November 28.

Community invited to Walk to End Alzheimer's this Saturday

Annual event in Prince George's County to be held at National Harbor

Maryland releases draft goals on Alzheimer's, dementia plan

Community invited to share comments at public forums on Aug. 30 and Sep. 1

McCeney March: In Person September 25 Virtual Sept 26-Oct 1

Sixth Annual McCeney March raises funds for education.