Published March 29, 2007 by Howard County Times in Community
Vincent Guida earned the trust of those he came in contact with, including prosecutors, colleagues and clients.
The teacher-turned-attorney is described by friends and family as charismatic, respected, honest, fair.
"He was one of the most dyn...
Published March 29, 2007 by Howard County Times in Community
Instead of gifts, she asked for gifts for charity
Samantha Lytle is a young lady with a passion for dogs and for helping others. On March 3, Samantha, daughter of Preston and Jacquie Lytle, celebrated her bat mitzvah. In lieu of traditional gifts, she...
Published March 29, 2007 by Howard County Times in Community
Wesley S. Bright
Wesley Sherman Bright, of Columbia, died March 13, 2007, of lung cancer, at his residence. He was 68.
Born July 20, 1938, in Baltimore, to Phillip and Estella Clark Bright, he attended a high school in Simpsonville until 1954....
Published March 29, 2007 by Howard County Times in Community
> Laurel High School. Class of 1992. Reunion set for July 27-28, 2007. Susan Allen Coghlan, 410-381-3261 or go to our Web site for complete details. www.lhs1992.com. Send contact information to mylhs1992@yahoo.com.
> Hammond High School. Class o...
Published March 29, 2007 by Howard County Times in Community
Eugene Jones still remembers the first time he laid eyes on Barbara Groomes, back in 1953, at Harriet Tubman High School.
Jones, who was a ninth-grader at what was then Howard County's school for black students in grades seven through 12, remembers th...
Published March 29, 2007 by Howard County Times in Community
Resurrection St. Paul pupils cited for awards
It is so nice to hear about the amazing things that our young people in the area are accomplishing. Resurrection St. Paul School has plenty to be proud of in their school.
Fifth-grader Caroline Law...
Published March 29, 2007 by Howard County Times in Community
Two years ago, Pamela Gordon's Columbia home was ravaged by fire. Many of her possessions were destroyed or damaged. But for most people, it's the harm caused to keepsake possessions that brings the most heartache. For Gordon, it was three treasured dolls...
Published March 29, 2007 by Howard County Times in Community
These groups meet regularly.
> African-American Republican Club of Howard County. First Wednesday, 7-8 p.m. K-M Lakefront Building, 5550 Sterrett Place, Columbia. 410-997-8683.
> Anime Movie Club. First Mondays. Ages 11-17. Screening of ...
Published March 29, 2007 by Howard County Times in Community
Foundation announces annual photo contest
The Ellicott City Restoration Foundation Inc. has announced its third annual contest for photos taken within the Ellicott City historic district by amateur photographers.
Prizes will be awarded in the ...
Published March 29, 2007 by Howard County Times in Community
Mother of two continues her fight with cancer
It's time for the Woodbine community to come together again to help one of its own. Sally Boswell, a local mother of two, has a brain tumor and needs financial assistance. If you would like to make a donat...
Published March 29, 2007 by Howard County Times in Community
Teachers use of technology earns award
Matt Goode and George Lovera, sixth-grade teachers of geography and world cultures at Glenwood Middle School, were recently awarded a Best Buy Teach Award. The award was in response to a grant submitted by the tw...
Published March 29, 2007 by Howard County Times in Community
Race to support Reservoir music program May 12
I've got some more information on the upcoming Musical Madness 5k run/walk. This race, which also has a 1k kids' fun run, is scheduled for May 12 at 8 a.m. at Maple Lawn Farms. It's presented by oZ. Choph...
Published March 29, 2007 by Howard County Times in Community
Hospice of Howard County seeks volunteers to serve as caregivers to terminally ill patients and their families, or to support their bereavement program. Homecare volunteers establish a relationship with the patients and family, and offer emotional and pra...
Published March 29, 2007 by Howard County Times in Community
Spring heralds arrival of the Easter bunny
What is a rabbit's favorite dance? The bunny hop! Here comes Peter Cotton Tail, hopping down the Elkridge bunny trail.
An Easter party for children 12 and under will be held Saturday, March 31 at 2 p....
Published March 29, 2007 by Howard County Times in Community
After-prom party takes teamwork for great event
Prom night is almost here and parents with teenagers hold their breath and pray everyone has a safe and happy night. The parents at Howard High School are working to see that happens by sponsoring the th...
Published March 29, 2007 by Howard County Times in Community
Ah, the times they are a-changin.' And have a-changed, as was obvious during a 1960s-era Hootenanny March 24 at the Columbia Athletic Club.
Sporting varying degrees of '60s fashion -- some even in bellbottoms and other attire they wore 40 years earlie...
Published March 29, 2007 by Howard County Times in Community
Barbara and William Schmitt, of Elkridge, announce the birth of their son, William Patrick Schmitt, on Feb. 22 at 8:34 a.m. He weighed 8 pounds, 12 ounces. His brothers are Samuel and Charles. His grandparents are John and Linda Butler, of Baltimore and J...
Published March 29, 2007 by Howard County Times in Community
Youth leads effort to benefit camp for at risk girls
Area youths never cease to be a source of pride and joy for their dedication and accomplishments. Add Kaitlin Skelly to the list of excellence. Kait is a junior at River Hill High School. She also w...
Published March 29, 2007 by Howard County Times in Community
Coralie Graham, of Clarksville, and Elizabeth Goldsmith, Elizabeth Orndorff and Meaghan Verleysen, of Ellicott City, were named to the fall dean's list at Hood College.
Adam Zeccardi, of Laurel, was named to the fall dean's list at Palmer College of C...
Published March 29, 2007 by Howard County Times in Education
Students in each of the county's 12 public high schools, and the Homewood Center, have selected the schools' 2007 Teachers of the Year. The winners are:
Atholton: Nena Davis, English
Centennial: John Costantini, English
Glenelg: Lawren...
Published March 29, 2007 by Howard County Times in Education
Nominations sought for PTA Council board
The PTA Council of Howard County is seeking nominations for its 2007-2008 executive board.
The council is a volunteer organization that advocates for the needs of children in local schools. It includes ...
Published March 29, 2007 by Howard County Times in Education
Howard County school officials last week honored 13 public high school teachers as 2007 teachers of the year.
Students in the graduating class of 2007 selected the recipient at most schools. At Marriotts Ridge High School, which does not yet have a se...
Published March 29, 2007 by Howard County Times in Education
After a three-year hiatus, a judge last week reactivated an Ellicott City woman's lawsuit alleging that the Howard County Board of Education violated Maryland's open meetings law.
In the suit, Ellicott City resident Melody Higgins accuses the board of...
Published March 29, 2007 by Howard County Times in Education
The Howard County Board of Education last week delayed its decision on a plan to renovate or replace Mt. Hebron High School.
At its March 22 meeting, the board unanimously voted to hold off on Mt. Hebron's renovation until a study comparing the Ellico...
Published March 29, 2007 by Howard County Times in Education
The Office of Secondary Social Studies for the Howard County Public School System sponsored the third annual History Day Competition on March 10. Students in grades six to 12 conducted historical research on topics that related to the National History Day...