The new Enhanced Agriculture Grant Pilot program offers awards up to $250,000 for farmers and agriculture-supporting organizations

A Howard County project to construct 200 linear feet of new sewer main near the Whiskey Bottom Road traffic circle in Laurel, is expected to begin on or about Monday, August 14th. Weather permitting, the project is expected to be completed by late August 2023.

One person was killed in the collision. 

James William Deal, 88, of Bowie, was last seen in the area several days ago

The operator, a 29-year-old male from Sykesville, was transported to Howard County General Hospital where he was pronounced dead

Howard County police are working to ensure that children, parents and teachers arrive safely

Howard County Executive Calvin Ball today announced the completion of more than 85 infrastructure improvements to enhance the safety and connectivity of walking routes ahead of the school year.

Howard County Government offices, courts, animal shelter, 50+ centers and the Alpha Ridge Landfill will be closed in observance of the Labor Day holiday on Monday, September 4th.

Howard County Executive Calvin Ball released the following statement in response to Howard County Public School System’s first week of school bus challenges, delays and temporary route cancellations.

Route 32 eastbound is currently closed at I-95

Howard County Department of Public Works’ Stormwater Management Division will hold a public meeting on Tuesday, September 12th to present plans to repair an existing pond located near 7680 Woodpark Lane in Columbia.

In response to high temperatures forecast by the National Weather Service, Dr. Kelly Russo, Howard County Health Department Medical Director, has issued a heat alert for Howard County. The alert has been issued for Tuesday, September 5 and Wednesday September 6.

One person was killed and another was injured.