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Top News: Tough Mudder Witnesses Describe Fatal Jump, Robert Jarrett, Jr. Verdict and Teen Ballerina Bounces Back

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Witnesses Describe Scene at Fatal Tough Mudder Jump

Tough Mudder is doing an internal review of safety protocols following the death of an Ellicott City man at its event.

Long Reach High School on 2013 U.S. News ‘Best High Schools’ List

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Find out which high schools in Howard County made the cut in the latest U.S. News & World report rankings.

Jury Hands Down Verdict in Jarrett Murder Trial

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The jury has decided the fate of a former Elkridge resident accused of killing his wife more than 20 years ago.

Howard County Man Dies at Tough Mudder

The 28-year-old man died after he jumped into a deep pool of muddy water on an obstacle course in West Virginia.

Jessup Woman Finalist in Chesapeake Bay Naming Contest

The Chesapeake Bay Trust have narrowed contenders for the name of the iconic blue heron down to three: and one of the finalists comes from Jessup.

The annual awards ceremony highlights excellence in every aspect of police work.

Teen Ballerina Bounces Back from Devastating Injury

After taking a year to recover from an ankle injury, 16-year-old ballerina Ellie Dotson is grateful that she didn't lose faith and is better than ever. Sponsored by Post Grape-Nuts.

County's Expanded Composting Facility Opens on Earth Day

The expansion of the new facility will allow 10,000 residents to recycle food scraps and other waste so it can be turned into compost.

Man Attacked on U.S. 1; Cell Phone Taken: Howard County Crime Reports

All information provided by the Howard County Police Department.

Elkridge Company Relocating to Downtown Columbia

GP Strategies is moving into three floors at 70 Corporate Center in downtown Columbia.

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