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BJs Shooting, Hurricanes Take All, and More: Week in Review

Take a look at last week's top headlines.

By Jason Butt

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.

Elkridge Hurricanes Take the Title, the Tournament and more

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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