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BJs Shooting, Hurricanes Take All, and More: Week in Review
Take a look at last week's top headlines.
Report: Kroger to Buy Harris Teeter for $2.44B
High-end grocery stores won’t see name changes, companies say.
HoCo Teens Get Greenbacks for Giving Back
Two Howard County teens will be giving back and getting paid thanks to paid summer internships at Teach for America.
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Police Shoot Knife-wielding Man Accused of Stealing at BJs
Police say the man is in critical condition.
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Missing Ellicott City Man Found Dead
Friends and family were concerned for the safety of George Joseph Holthaus, 50, who was reported missing on Tuesday morning.
Fire Department Graduated 38 Trainees Saturday
The graduation was Saturday in Columbia.
Letter: 'Caring for Generations' HCGH Turns 40
The president and CEO of Howard County General Hospital writes about the past 40 years in the community.
Does Maryland Have Some of the Worst Roads in the Country?
The State Highway Administration says no and challenges the Reason Foundation’s evaluation of Maryland roads.
Congrats to the Hurricanes, winners of the 2013 Cal Ripken 8U MD State Title.
Teen Inspires Change for the Greener at Howard County Schools
A Long Reach High student lobbied the school system for years to find a more environmentally-friendly option for school lunch trays. And she was successful.
Same-Sex Couples Now Eligible For Federal Health Benefits
Supreme Court decision expands health care options for federal employees who are married to a same-sex partner.
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