Published December 23, 2008 by Howard County Times, The Columbia Flier in Education, Community
After listening to a presentation about the plight of women in Afghanistan, Oakland Mills High School junior Courtney Kane tried on a burqa, the all-covering veil and dress worn by some Muslim women.
"I didn't like it. I felt like I w...
Published December 23, 2008 by Howard County Times, The Columbia Flier in Sports
Submitting sports notices
The deadline for submitting sports copy is noon Monday. We prefer e-mail (howardcountysports@patuxent.com) or fax (410-997-4564). Questions? Call 410-730-3990, Ext. 1282.
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Published December 23, 2008 by Howard County Times, The Columbia Flier in Sports
Defensive Player of the Year
Danny March Wilde Lake senior back
First team defense
Jackson Drury Wilde Lake senior line
Mike Franklin Long Reach senior line...
Published December 23, 2008 by Howard County Times, The View from Ellicott City in News
Ruby and Blue, two fluffy off-white sheep, ran playfully in circles and bah-ed loudly at every person in sight, as if they could feel the excitement and celebration in the air.The Clark’s Elioak Farm animals were on hand at St. John’s Epis...
Published December 23, 2008 by Howard County Times, The Columbia Flier in Sports
Tackle leaders
Name, school Solo Ast Total
Nate Gant, Ha 121 35 156
Pat McNicholas, MH 34 109 143
Quinn Porter, Ho 68 57 125
Justin Darden, Ho 57 63 120
Danny March, WL 8...
Published December 23, 2008 by The Columbia Flier in News, Crime
The following is compiled from police reports. The Columbia Flier includes descriptions of perpetrators only when the description makes identification possible....
Published December 23, 2008 by The Columbia Flier, Howard County Times in News
Residents can recycle their Christmas trees at numerous locations in
the county starting Jan. 2, according to a county news release.
The county, which has run a "Merry Mulch" program since 1993, picks
up trees from drop-off points in the coun...
Published December 23, 2008 by The Columbia Flier, Howard County Times in News, Community, Education
The National Education Association recently awarded the Howard
County Education Association a $5,000 grant to bolster a local program
aimed at mentoring and retaining new teachers.
The money was provided through the NEA's Urban Grant program.
NE...
Published December 23, 2008 by The Columbia Flier, Howard County Times in News, Community, Education
If you've patronized an Ellicott City grocery store any time in the
past month, there's a good chance you've encountered a Mt. Hebron High
School student.
That's because scores of students have been canvassing the area to
collect canned food and other ...
Published December 23, 2008 by The Columbia Flier, Howard County Times in Community, Education
The Maryland State Department of Education and Comcast are seeking nominations for the Comcast Parent Involvement Matters Awards.
The awards program, now entering its second year, honors parents who have made exemplary contributions to public ed...
Published December 23, 2008 by The Columbia Flier, Howard County Times in News, Education
High school students in the class of 2009, faced with a new graduation requirement, may be eligible for a waiver from that requirement, state education officials announced Dec. 18.The Maryland State Board of Education last week outlined a “l...
Published December 23, 2008 by Howard County Times, The Columbia Flier in Sports
Player of the Year Football -- Offense
The moment Mike Campanaro came off the field in a Class 2A state semifinal win over Century after tweaking his hamstring, he thought the next time he would play footb...
Published December 24, 2008 by The Columbia Flier, Howard County Times in News, Crime, Education
Howard County police arrested a Mt. Hebron High School teacher Dec. 22 and charged him with sexually abusing a 17-year-old female student over a period of two years. Police said Dec. 23 that Robert Douglas Johnston, 61, of the 4400 block of Br...
Published December 25, 2008 by Howard County Times in Business
Beginning a Successful Small Farm Operation -- This series will be held on Thursday evenings from 7-9 p.m. This six-week, 12-hour course is designed to impart basic knowledge to new and inexperienced farmers as they begin the process of developing new far...
Published December 25, 2008 by Howard County Times, The Columbia Flier in Arts, Entertainment
For all its references to Wagnerian opera, "Valkyrie" does not dramatically soar. Although this technically well-crafted, Tom Cruise-controlled film about a failed attempt to assassinate Adolf Hit...
Published December 25, 2008 by Howard County Times in Arts, Entertainment
One thing you won't get in the civil rights-themed "Caroline, or Change" at Centerstage is a dry history lecture. What you'll get instead includes a personified washing machine and dryer in a maid...
Published December 25, 2008 by Howard County Times in Business
The Howard County Economic Development Authority is pleased to announce that Susquehanna Bank has joined the Route 1 Revitalization Loan Program. Susquehanna Bank is the third bank to join the Route 1 Revitalization Loan Program, which is to encourage bus...
Published December 25, 2008 by Howard County Times in Community
East Columbia Branch Library, 6600 Cradlerock Way, Columbia. 410-313-7700.
*All Together Now -- Thursdays, 10 and 11 a.m. For children and adults to enjoy together. All ages; 30 minutes. Limited space; tickets are available at Children's Desk 30 m...
Published December 25, 2008 by Howard County Times in Community
These groups meet regularly.
Activity Pals -- For single seniors. Get together with others to attend events, go shopping, site-see, dine out and more. 301-596-6385.
East Columbia 50+ Center -- 6600 Cradlerock Way, Columbia. 410-313-7700 or ...
Published December 25, 2008 by Howard County Times in Community
These groups meet regularly.
Adoption support group -- Second Monday, 6-8 p.m. St. John Lutheran Church, 6004 Waterloo Road, Columbia. Light refreshments and free childcare available. To register, call Kristy Caceres, 1-877-342-5667 or e-mail cace...