Published March 15, 2007 by The Columbia Flier in Opinion
A cutline in the March 8 edition incorrectly identified Dr. Allan Theodore "Ted" Leffler II.
A cutline in the March 8 edition should have read that Robert Brazell died Feb. 25 from injuries sustained in a brawl at Mt. Hebron High School Feb. 24.
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Published March 15, 2007 by The Columbia Flier in Opinion
Splat, splat. Galoshes on feet, umbrella up high. Through the woods, through the woods, march in the rain. Quiet time. Private thoughts. Tina Cole did it hundreds of times through the woods, along the curb. People stop. "Wanna ride?" Tina says no. "No, I'...
Published March 22, 2007 by Howard County Times in Community
Elizabeth Donohue and Andrew Callahan
James and Maribeth Donohue, of Laurel, announce the engagement of their daughter, Elizabeth Donohue, to Andrew Callahan, son of John and Ruth Callahan, of Cedar Rapids, Iowa.
The bride-to-be is a graduate ...
Published March 22, 2007 by Howard County Times in Community
Excitement abounds at local horse race
Wild horses couldn't keep John Evans from this weekend's 64th running of the Howard County Race Meet. This is his 17th year as an enthusiastic spectator and an even more enthusiastic tailgater. The Howard County ...
Published March 22, 2007 by Howard County Times in Community
Community Easter sunrise service planned
Countryside Fellowship Church would like to invite everyone to its community Easter sunrise service, which begins at 7 a.m. April 8 followed by breakfast refreshments. A regular schedule of Sunday services will...
Published March 22, 2007 by Howard County Times in Community
> American Legion Scholarship. American Legion Incorporated, Post 60 in Laurel, is now accepting applications for its annual Scholarship Awards Program. High school seniors from Reservoir, Hammond, Laurel, Pallotti and Meade high schools or those who a...
Published March 22, 2007 by Howard County Times in Community
These groups meet regularly.
> All Cancers Support Group. For any cancer patient and/or caregiver. Fourth Wednesday, 7-9 p.m. Columbia Wellness Center, 5755 Cedar Lane, Columbia. 410-833-5435 or 410-964-9563.
> Bereavement Luncheon. Last...
Published March 22, 2007 by Howard County Times in Community
'Fame' coming to Marriotts Ridge High
"Jukebox II" at Marriotts Ridge High School may have been a little over a month ago, but that did not stop the drama department from putting on another production starting tonight. "Fame -- The Musical" will begin...
Published March 22, 2007 by Howard County Times in Community
Learn about another culture from your home
Have you ever thought of hosting a foreign exchange student? As someone who had an international pen pal in my youth, I have always found these programs intriguing. Last year, neighbors Libby and Dennis Burke...
Published March 22, 2007 by Howard County Times in Community
George M. Larrick Sr.
George Murray Larrick Sr. of Columbia, died March 17, 2007, at St. Agnes Hospital in Baltimore. He was 89.
Born Sept. 30, 1917, in Washington, D.C., to Harvey Wise and Myrtle Murray Larrick, he graduated from McKinley Tec...
Published March 22, 2007 by Howard County Times in Community
Authors to give lecture in 'On Campus' series
Financial authors and commentators Jonathan and David Murray will be the featured speakers at a Howard Community College "On Campus" lecture March 29, from noon to 1:30 p.m.
The twin brothers will ...
Published March 22, 2007 by Howard County Times in Community
Group to collect prom gowns for less fortunate
Glenelg High School student Erica Enders is a member of the school's mentorship program. Its current project is collecting prom gowns that will go to less fortunate girls so that they can attend their own...
Published March 22, 2007 by Howard County Times in Community
Students aim to help fish that are endangered
Congratulations to Lime Kiln Middle School. Its innovative "Aqua Havens Program" has been selected to be the flagship of the CARES for Education Program for schools across the nation.
CARES stands ...
Published March 22, 2007 by Howard County Times in Community
The Volunteer Center Serving Howard County is hosting disaster volunteer orientations for those interested in working with local nonprofit and government agencies in disaster preparedness recovery. The next orientation is Sunday, March 25, 2-5 p.m., at th...
Published March 22, 2007 by Howard County Times in Community
These groups meet regularly.
> Activity pals. For single seniors. Get together with others to attend events, go shopping, sight-see, dine out and more. 301-596-6385.
> The Bain Center, 5470 Ruth Keeton Way, Columbia. 410-313-7213.
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Published March 22, 2007 by Howard County Times in Community
Get tips from a makeup artist before prom
Calling all future prom queens! Annie Marland, staff member at the Elkridge Branch Library, will be using her talents as a professional, licensed makeup artist during a special event. She has coordinated a sem...
Published March 22, 2007 by Howard County Times in Community
Burleigh Manor a Blue Ribbon award winner
Burleigh Manor Middle School Principal Steve Gibson was surprised and proud to hear his school received the Maryland School Blue Ribbon award.
In the past, schools had to apply for the award, a laborio...
Published March 22, 2007 by Howard County Times in Community
Musical notes heard all over Glenwood
Plan to attend the Glenelg High School Jazz Ensemble's annual concert on Friday, March 23 beginning at 7:30 p.m. This year's concert will feature guest soloist Alex Norris, a native of Howard County, who has becom...
Published March 22, 2007 by Howard County Times in Community
Amy and Donnie Davis, of Middle River, announce the birth of their son, Afton Quinn Davis, on March 1 at 12:45 a.m. He weighed 8 pounds, 13 ounces. His grandparents are Joe and Charlotte Lough, of Ellicott City, and Laurie and Barbara Davis, of Columbia.
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Published March 22, 2007 by Howard County Times in Community
Atholton High celebrates with dinner dance
They say time flies when you're having fun. Students and staff must have been having lots of fun at Atholton High School through the years. Is that where you attended high school?
A generation ago, mo...
Published March 22, 2007 by Howard County Times in Community
Alicia Meade, of West Friendship, was named to the fall 2006 dean's list at Vanderbilt University.
Kristen Liller, of Ellicott City, recently earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from Hood College.
Adam Dennis, of Ellicott City, recently earned a ...
Published March 22, 2007 by Howard County Times in Education
Students to get English language help from FIRN
Students who speak limited English will receive language tutoring through a new program launched by Howard County school officials and a local agency that assists immigrant families.
FIRN, a Colu...
Published March 22, 2007 by Howard County Times in Education
Howard Community College officials will mark the completion of the college's new student services building with a week-long celebration beginning next week.
The building marks the final piece to the reconstruction of the college's academic quad, which...
Published March 22, 2007 by Howard County Times in Education
After a final round that lasted just under a half hour, Heather desJardins-Park was named winner of the Howard County Library Spelling Bee for correctly spelling "symbiosis."
The Lime Kiln Middle School eighth-grader was one of 57 competitors from How...