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Top News: Elkridge Library Gets County Support, Kudzu Invades Elkridge and Cicadas to Overtake East Coast

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Ulman's Proposes Funds for New Elkridge Branch Library

Howard County Executive Ken Ulman unveiled the fiscal year 2014 budget on Monday.

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One local man is waging war on vines in Elkridge and beyond.

Cicadas Return: 17-year Cicadas to Overtake East Coast by the Millions

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In May, cicadas in Maryland and along the Eastern seaboard will wake from their 17-year sleep.

Medical marijuana and decriminalization of small amounts of the drug are issues currently being debated in the Maryland legislature.

Howard County, Maryland educators not so sure.

Maryland House Passes Gun Control Bill

The amended bill, passed by a 78-61 vote, will go back to the Senate and possibly a conference committee.

5 Spring Activities for Kids in Howard County

Meet the bubble guy, feed some goats and see some racing camels as spring descends in the region.

The circus will be just around the corner from Elkridge later this month. Will you be going?

Ray Rice to Appear in Columbia April 11

Rice will appear at Wegmans Columbia to host a special fundraising event for two charities.

Armed Robbery at Home: Crime Roundup

This information was supplied by the Howard County Police Department.

Columbia Man Sentenced in Crash that Killed Marriotts Ridge Educator

The 42-year-old received 18 months for his role in the crash that caused Mary Ann Levant's death.

Elkridge Woman Named Preservationist of the Year

Preservation Howard County presented Cathy Hudson of Lawyers Hill with award.

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