A developer project to lower a portion of Leishear Road in North Laurel in order to meet sight-distance requirements, will begin on or about Monday, June 20th. During the project, Leishear Road between Graeloch Road and Mary Lee Lane (opposite the entrance to the new Wellington Farms subdivision) will be closed to through traffic. Weather permitting, the work is expected to be completed in late July 2022.

A Howard County construction project to improve pedestrian access and safety, while providing roadway improvements along Oakland Mills Road in Columbia has begun. This Oakland Mills Road Complete Street project will be done in two phases and weather permitting, is expected to be completed by mid-September.

The Howard County Local Health Improvement Coalition (HCLHIC) has received a $20,000 award from the Maryland Department of Health’s (MDH) Center for Chronic Disease Prevention & Control (CCDPC) to establish a committee to address food insecurity in Howard County. This newly-formed HCLHIC committee will work to implement food security initiatives among priority populations.

New Board establishes independent oversight and provides transparency into misconduct complaints.   

Never leave a child or pet alone in a car.

Howard County Executive Calvin Ball today discussed the impact of Wednesday evening’s storm on Ellicott City and other regions in Howard County. Areas around Howard County experienced up to 2.5 inches of rainfall over a two-hour period, triggering multiple Flash Flood Warnings. The National Weather Service also issued a Tornado Warning for eastern Howard County.

The Howard County Human Rights Commission is now seeking nominations for its 2022 Jim Henson and Jean Toomer Individual, the Dr. Murray Simon Student, and the Colette Roberts Organization awards. Presented annually, these awards honor individuals and community organizations who have made significant contributions to human and civil rights in Howard County.

Video shows white Jeep Wrangler near the scene. Anyone with information or doorbell video in the area is asked to contact police at 410-313-STOP or HCPDcrimetips@howardcountymd.gov.

Howard County Government offices, 50+ centers, courts and animal shelter will be closed in observance of the Juneteenth National Freedom Day holiday on Monday, June 20th. However, there will be regular Monday curbside trash, recycling, yard trim and food scrap collections and the Alpha Ridge Landfill will be open. 

Outreach fair co-hosted by County Executive Calvin Ball and Howard Hughes draws hundreds to connect with prime contractors  

Howard County Executive Calvin Ball and the Office on Aging and Independence today hosted the first of several discussions with community members on the Age-Friendly Action Plan.

Howard County Executive Calvin Ball was joined by partners Arc of Howard County Executive Director Cindy Parr, HCPSS Superintendent Michael J. Martirano, and Matt Jackson, Maryland State Department of Education Division of Rehabilitation Services Regional Director.

Howard County Executive Calvin Ball and Columbia Association’s (CA) President/CEO Lakey Boyd today announced Howard County Recreation & Parks and CA will co-host the annual Independence Day Fireworks at the Lakefront at Columbia.

Howard County Executive Calvin Ball was joined by Senator Chris Van Hollen, state and local officials, and community members to celebrate the completion of the purchase agreement for Camp Ilchester.

Howard County Government and Department of Community Resources and Services (DCRS) Director Jacqueline Scott honored the outstanding achievements of graduates of the County’s “Getting Ahead” program.

Ellicott City Safe and Sound’s stream debris cleanup was triggered after intense rainfall June 8th  

Howard County Executive Calvin Ball today announced a $2 million investment in support services for students and families to help close the achievement gap.

HCPD, Special Olympics athletes will carry the torch around Centennial Park. 

As Pride Month comes to an end, Commission will continue to advance equal rights  

Howard County’s Department of Public Works’ (DPW) Bureau of Environmental Services will hold a public meeting on Wednesday, July 6th at 6:00 p.m. to share the design of the Ellicott City Safe and Sound plan’s Extended North Tunnel project.