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What's Happening Ellicott City: Rainy Thursday; Developer's Proposal Draws Comments
Five things for August 1.

Weather >> It's looking like rain. The National Weather Service is calling for an 80 percent chance of rain with between half an inch to three quarters of an inch predicted. High expected near 79.
ICYMI >> A developer's proposal to place 35 townhouses near Ellicott City's Main Street has drawn a range of comments on Patch.
Do you know? >> A Patch user is wondering if anyone remembers an Abacus Systems Inc., located in Ellicott City around 1972.
Reminder >> Don't leave valuables in your car unattended. As a Patch employee found out yesterday, smash and grabs are happening in the county.
Event >> How about a bird walk in the Ellicott City area this weekend? Make sure to call ahead.
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