Elkridge Business to Close and Other News of the Week

Here are the big stories out of Howard, Baltimore and Anne Arundel counties that you may have missed on Patch this week:

A 22-year-old pleaded guilty in federal court Thursday to charges stemming from his attempt to detonate a fake bomb outside a military recruiting station in Catonsville on Dec. 8, 2010.

Bullying Lawsuit Against Howard County Schools Dismissed
A $10 million federal lawsuit filed by a couple accusing school officials of failing to protect their son at  has been dismissed.

Twins who own a sterling and gemstone business explained why closing at the end of January is a "very happy time" for them.

U.S. Secretary of Defense says there will be big growth for agencies involved in cyber security at Fort Meade.

School Board Delays Middle School Decision
The Howard County Board of Education voted on Thursday to delay its decision on proposed middle school curriculum changes. 

Police have yet to question the woman who lived in the Columbia townhome where birds, rabbits and other creatures were found dead on Jan. 16.

During an appeal for state funding, the state comptroller took Baltimore County to task for having 60 schools that lack air conditioning. 

The Howard County Council expressed concerns about emergency communication procedures after three "gang-like" incidents in North Laurel, rock-throwing at a bus in Columbia and  near bus stops in Elkridge and Ellicott City.