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Walking history

Sun, 12 Jul 2009 00:00:00 -0400

Columbia archivist's tour will focus on the past of Symphony Woods — and what its future might be

Columbia archivist's tour will focus on the past of Symphony Woods — and what its future might be

State grant helps county

Sun, 12 Jul 2009 00:00:00 -0400

Alternative program for some offenders is revived

A Howard County alternative sentencing program for minor offenders eliminated July 1 in a budget cut is being revived, thanks to an $85,000 state grant and the interest and ingenuity of a host of officials and K. Frank Turban.

Federal stimulus money pays for summer jobs in Howard

Sun, 12 Jul 2009 00:00:00 -0400

County agency administers program for young workers

Recently moved from Northern Virginia to his dad's home in Columbia, 16-year-old Xavier T. Bates found a summer job despite the recession, thanks to some help from the federal government.

Applying brake to used-car lot

Sun, 12 Jul 2009 00:00:00 -0400

Residents at forum deplore commercial plan for Daisy

Western Howard County residents who have battled for nearly two years to block a proposed used-car dealership in rural Daisy, dominated County Executive Ken Ulman's third annual town hall meeting Wednesday night in Ellicott City.

Teacher in 'hate' incident leaves

Sun, 12 Jul 2009 00:00:00 -0400

Students complained about treatment of minority student

A Howard County teacher who is accused of telling an African-American student in March, "I'll lynch you," is no longer employed by the school system.

Correction

Sun, 12 Jul 2009 00:00:00 -0400

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Sarbanes finds Columbia layout daunting

Sun, 12 Jul 2009 00:00:00 -0400

Delivering health message to council takes some extra driving

F eeling confused while driving in Columbia is a common anxiety for the occasional visitor, as Rep. John Sarbanes found out Monday night when he tried to find the Howard County Council for a little televised chat.

Around town

Sun, 12 Jul 2009 00:00:00 -0400

West Columbia Briefs

Billiards Everyone is invited to shoot pool from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Mondays-Fridays at Glenwood Senior Center, 2400 Route 97. Free. Information: 410-313-5440.

Slayton House events include camp, exhibit

Sun, 12 Jul 2009 00:00:00 -0400

West Columbia Briefs

•Summer registration continues for Slayton House Camp of the Arts. Camp dates are July 13-31 and Aug. 3-14. Families with two or more children in the same session can receive a discount.

Volunteer needed

Sun, 12 Jul 2009 00:00:00 -0400

AT:LAST Inc. is seeking an Americorps worker to serve as a volunteer coordinator for a 20-hour per week, 11-month position starting in September. Benefits include a stipend, money for college, insurance and extensive training. E-mail communi cations@matcoop.org for information. Deadline is Aug. 1.