Deep Run Wastewater Treatment Plant Demolition Project to Begin
A Howard County project to demolish and remove the existing Deep Run Wastewater Treatment Plant in Elkridge located between 5956 and 5988 Church Avenue, just southeast of the Church Avenue and Race Road intersection, will begin on or about Monday, May 26th. Weather permitting, the work is expected to be completed by late November 2025.
Howard County Government Closings for Memorial Day Holiday on May 26th
Howard County Government offices and more will be closed on Monday, May 26th in observance of the Memorial Day holiday on Monday, May 26th. As there will be no Monday curbside trash, recycling, yard trim, or food scrap collection on Memorial Day, the County’s holiday "slide” schedule will be in effect for the remainder of the week.
Howard County Juneteenth Community Day & Block Party
Rutherford Way Pond Repair Project to Begin
A Howard County construction project to repair and improve the stormwater management pond and stabilize the stream channel adjacent to 4525 Rutherford Way in Dayton, is expected to begin on or about Monday, June 2nd. The project expected to impact the flow of traffic in the area and weather permitting, is expected to be completed by late September.
Old Washington Road Sidewalk Ramp and School Crossing Project to Begin in Elkridge
A Howard County construction project to install Americans with Disabilities Act compliant sidewalk ramps and school crossing signage at the southeastern intersection of Old Washington Road and Augustine Avenue in Elkridge, is scheduled to begin on or about Monday, June 9th. Temporary lane and sidewalk closures can be expected throughout the project, which, weather permitting, is expected to be completed by late June 2025.
Howard County Caribbean American Heritage Celebration
Inspector General Advisory Board
Flag Retirement Ceremony
Multimodal Transportation Board (MTB) Meeting - June 24, 2025
Combined law enforcement effort results in apprehension of Columbia Mall homicide suspect William Marshall, III
Marshall is currently in custody in New York and will return to Maryland as extradition laws dictate. He is facing charges in Howard County of first-degree murder and firearms offenses.
Police issue silver alert; ask for public's help to locate missing Woodbine man (UPDATED)
Missing Woodbine man Bruno Rudaitis has been located unharmed. The Silver Alert has been canceled.
Frederick Road Sidewalk Project from Pierce Drive to Font Hill Road to Begin
A Howard County construction project to install a sidewalk and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant ramps along the south side of Frederick Road from Pierce Drive to Font Hill Road in Ellicott City, is scheduled to begin on or about Monday, June 16th. Weather permitting, the project is expected to be completed by late August.
Adequate Public Facilities Committee
Planning Board Howard County MD
Howard County Executive Calvin Ball Announces Savage Mill Bucks to Boost Summer Retail Sales for 70+ Small Businesses
Howard County Executive Calvin Ball today launched the new small-business Savage Mill Bucks program, which offers visitors to Savage Mill a $10 voucher to use at one of the more than 70 small businesses located at Savage Mill this summer.
Coffee with a Cop
Coffee with a Cop
Phase One of Meadowbrook Lane Sewer Rehabilitation Project Underway
Phase one of a Howard County construction project to rehabilitate 986 linear feet of sewer pipe and five manholes behind 4602 South Leisure Court and neighboring properties in Ellicott City, near the Red Hill Branch, has begun. Weather permitting, this project phase is expected to be completed by late July.
Police issue arrest warrant in January 2024 homicide
Alexander Molina Rodriguez, 25, of Gwynn Oak, is wanted for first-degree murder and firearm violations.
Howard County Executive Ball Seeks Applicants for Commission on Disabilities
Application deadline is July 7.
Howard County Executive Calvin Ball Welcomes New Tech Company to Maryland Innovation Center to Support GovCon Entrepreneurs
The Fearless Institute, which houses Hutch, will provide expanded support for Howard County residents seeking to establish GovTech consultancies.
Police-involved fatal shooting under investigation (UPDATED)
Per Maryland law, the IID has assumed the investigation into the shooting and will release any follow-up information. All media inquiries should be directed to the IID.
Howard County Executive Calvin Ball and Police Department Unveil New Police Satellite Office in Elkridge to Enhance Community Safety
New satellite office will serve as a base for patrol officers assigned to Elkridge.
Howard County Government Closings for Juneteenth National Freedom Day on June 19th
Howard County Government offices and more will be closed on Thursday, June 19th in observance of the Juneteenth National Freedom Day holiday. There will be regular Thursday curbside trash, recycling, yard trim, and food scrap collections on the 19th and the Alpha Ridge Landfill will be open, along with other Department of Recreation & Parks facilities.
Hanover Road and Furnace Avenue Traffic Calming Project to Begin in Elkridge
A Howard County construction project to install speed humps on Hanover Road from Old Washington Road in Elkridge to Anderson Avenue in Hanover, and Furnace Avenue from Main Street to Race Road in Elkridge, is anticipated to begin on or about Monday, June 23rd. Weather permitting, the work is expected to be completed by late July 2025.