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April 11, 2019

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Howard County school purchasing agreement draws skepticism from lawmakers and activists

Last September, Howard County officials agreed to purchase nearly 80 acres of land in Jessup to build a new high school. But an agreement between the landholder and the county has drawn skepticism that it gives too much free rein to developers.

Laurel man sentenced to 15 years for involvement in pharmacy robberies in Howard, other counties

A Laurel man was sentenced Tuesday to 15 years and one month in federal prison for being involved with multiple pharmacy robberies, including in Howard County and surrounding jurisdictions, the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of Maryland announced Wednesday.

Sykesville man charged with stealing car, driving under the influence before crashing in Howard County

A Sykesville man was arrested Tuesday after he allegedly took a vehicle without permission in Carroll County and crashed it in Howard County.

Meetings with Laurel mayor show 'democracy in action'

Laurel Mayor Craig Moe hosts one-on-one meetings for residents throughout the year. The council and the mayor also hold public meetings in public parks so everyone interested can attend.

Centennial senior Jason Kraisser caps historic career as Wrestler of the Year

Centennial 152-pound senior Jason Kraisser is the Howard County Wrestler of the Year for the third straight year.

Big-inning offense, shutdown defense carries Howard softball past Long Reach

Howard's Samantha Hobert pitches a two hitter to help the Lions earn a 9-1 win over Long Reach in a Howard County softball game on Wednesday, April 10, 2019.

River Hill baseball rallies from late nine-run deficit to beat Centennial, 11-10

River Hill varsity baseball rallied from down 10-1 to beat Centennial in a Howard County league game in Clarksville on Wednesday, April 10, 2019.

Orioles lose Dan Straily's first start with club, 10-3 to Athletics, allow five more home runs

Orioles right-hander Dan Straily, making his first start for the team, allowed a pair of home runs as the team's rough opening homestand on the mound continued.