Howard County teacher charged with sexual abuse of student
Matthew Barth, 44, of Ellicott City is charged with sexual abuse of a minor and a third-degree sex offense
Howard County Executive Calvin Ball Allocates $22 million for New Universal Pre-K Center
Howard County Executive Calvin Ball has announced $22 million in funding to renovate Faulkner Ridge Center to expand universal pre-K services. Ball’s investment, in partnership with State, County, and community leaders, is a major step toward the full implementation of the State-mandated Blueprint for Maryland’s Future. When completed, the center will create 260 new seats for universal Pre-K.
Howard County Executive Ball Seeks Members for Adult Public Guardianship Review Board
Howard County Executive Calvin Ball is seeking applicants to fill vacancies on the Adult Public Guardianship Review Board, specifically an attorney, a lay person, a person with a physical disability and a physician who is not a psychiatrist.
Bonnie Branch Watershed Study
Albeth Road/Marriottsville Road Intersection Improvement Work to Begin
A developer project to widen Albeth Road at the intersection of Marriottsville Road, as well as add a right turn lane from southbound Marriottsville Road onto Albeth, for a new housing development in Marriottsville, is expected to begin or about Monday, May 8th. Weather permitting, the project is expected to take two weeks to complete.
Howard County Bureau of Utilities to Resume Residential Water Meter Replacement Initiative
Howard County’s Department of Public Works’ Bureau of Utilities has announced it is resuming its residential water meter replacement program effective immediately. As existing water meters in the system are approaching their useful life, with some already failing resulting in the need to estimate water bills, it is vital these meters be replaced to ensure accurate and timely water usage data is obtained.
Memorial Day - Slide Schedule in Effect
Independence Day - Slide Schedule in Effect
Labor Day - Slide Schedule in Effect
Thanksgiving - Slide Schedule in Effect
Christmas - Slide Schedule in Effect
New Year's - Slide Schedule in Effect
Human Rights Commission Seeks Nominations for 2023 Human Rights Commission Awards
The Howard County Human Rights Commission is seeking nominations for its 2023 James E. Henson, Sr. and Jean W. Toomer Individual, Dr. Murray Simon Student and 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.
Howard County Department of Public Works to Host Public Meeting for Rogers Avenue Improvement Project
The County's Department of Public Works’ Transportation and Special Projects Division will hold a public meeting on Thursday, June 1st to present plans for a multi-modal travel improvement project along Rogers Avenue between US 40 and Courthouse Drive, which will include the widening of Rogers Avenue. Weather permitting and pending final land acquisition, the project is expected to begin this summer and take 24 months to complete.
Alcohol Beverage Hearing Board
Agricultural Preservation Board Meeting
Frederick Road Sidewalk Project to Begin
A Howard County construction project to construct sidewalk along Frederick Road near Centennial Lane in Ellicott City, is expected to begin on or about Monday, May 15th. Weather permitting, the project is expected to be completed by the middle of June.
Montgomery Road Sidewalk Project to Begin
A Howard County construction project to extend the sidewalk along eastbound Montgomery Road from Rowanberry Drive to Timberlee Road in Elkridge, is expected to begin on or about Thursday, June 15th. Weather permitting, this entire project is expected to be completed by the start of the 2023-2024 school year.
Summer Concerts (All ages)
Remembering Lieutenant Nathan Flynn on 5th Anniversary of Line of Duty Death
This Sunday, July 23rd marks the fifth anniversary of the passing of Howard County Department of Fire and Rescue Services Lieutenant Nathan “Nate” Flynn. At just 34 years of age, Lieutenant Flynn died in the line of duty in 2018, while battling a house fire in Clarksville, Maryland.
Rabies Vaccination Clinic - August 2023
Agricultural Preservation Board Meeting
Howard County Issues a Heat Alert in Response to High Temperatures
In response to the forecasted high temperatures and heat index, Dr. Maura J. Rossman, Howard County Health Officer, has issued a heat alert for Howard County. The alert has been issued for Thursday, July 27 to Saturday, July 29 from 11:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. with high temperatures expected to be in the mid to high 90s.
Howard County Executive Calvin Ball Requests Proposals for Long Reach Village Center Property
Howard County Executive Calvin Ball today announced the release of a Request for Proposal for the sale and redevelopment of the Long Reach Village Center property, located at 8775 Cloudleap Court in Columbia