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May 16, 2019

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How will Howard pay for its $140 million plan to ease future Ellicott City flooding?

After months of waiting to learn the fate of flood reduction efforts in historic Ellicott City, Howard County decided on an expensive proposal.

Howard County Council proposes amendment to increase funding in school budget

Howard County Council and the school system discussed the proposed fiscal 2020 operating budget all day Wednesday.

Maryland Gov. Hogan to allow $850 million school funding bill to become law without his signature

Gov. Larry Hogan will allow a bill to become law that will send hundreds of millions of dollars in extra funding to Maryland public school classrooms.

Harry C. Weiskittel III, retired nurseryman, dies

Harry C. Weiskittel III, a retired Middle River nurseryman and Army veteran, died May 5 from Alzheimer’s disease at Ellicott City Healthcare Center. He was 77.

Glenelg boys lacrosse blows out Southern to win second region title in three years

The Glenelg Gladiators boys lacrosse team won the 2A South regional championship with a 16-5 win over Southern-AA on Wednesday, May 15, 2019.

Glenelg stuns River Hill with late comeback in 2A South softball playoffs

Glenelg defeated River Hill 12-11 in the MPSSAA Class 2A South region semifinals at River Hill High School on Wednesday, May 15, 2019.

Reservoir softball rides winning formula past Centennial into 3A East region final

Three early runs and strong defense helps Reservoir softball earn a 3-2 victory over Centennial in the 3A East region semifinals on Wednesday, May 15, 2019.

With no star at the center, Preakness field of 13 is finalized, led by favorite Improbable

With no Kentucky Derby winner on hand to serve as its central star, the Preakness is left with a diverse field of 13 horses, led by favorite Improbable.