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Recycle Live Christmas Trees Through County's Merry Mulch Program
Residents are reminded they can recycle live Christmas trees through Howard County's Merry Mulch program.
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Toy Drives In Ellicott City: How To Make The Holidays Merry For Everyone
Help make the holidays brighter for Howard County kids by donating to Toys for Tots. Here are the drop-off sites in the area.
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Where To See Santa In Ellicott City This Holiday Season
The holidays are here and Santa will be making an appearance (or two) in town. Here's where to see jolly ol' St. Nick in December.
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Heavy Rain, Gusty Winds Could Disrupt Early Holiday Travel In MD
Heavy rain and possible thunderstorms will follow a sudden shift in temperatures across the state, according to the latest forecasts.
Megan VerHelst, Patch Staff
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Powerball Jackpot Soars To $1.25B: What To Know In Maryland
Wednesday's jackpot is the second-biggest Powerball jackpot of 2025.
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Drop Off Donations For MD State Police Toy Drive At Howard County Barracks
The Maryland State Police is hosting a holiday toy drive. Donations can be dropped off at barracks across MD, including in Howard County.
Kristin Danley-Greiner, Patch Staff
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Agritourism Opportunities On The Horizon With Passage Of Zoning Amendment
Howard County farmers now can incorporate agritourism into their operations with the amendment of a zoning regulation prohibiting them.
Kristin Danley-Greiner, Patch Staff
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Artist To Create $500K Proposed Sculpture Sought Nationwide
Howard County is searching for an artist to design, fabricate and install a signature public art sculpture in Elkridge.
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Weather Decision Made For After School Activities: Howard County Public Schools
Howard County Public School System officials have cancelled after school activities for Friday, Dec. 5, due to a winter weather advisory.
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