In the Midst of Partial Government Shutdown Howard County Executive Calvin Ball Announces Release of Economic Competitiveness and Opportunity Now Task Force Report
By working together to implement the report’s recommendations, Howard County will further position itself as a model for innovation-drive, resilient economic growth.
Community Ambassador Program: Workforce Development
Howard County to Host Third Annual Transportation Open House on March 3rd
The Howard County Office of Transportation will hold a Transportation Open House on Tuesday, March 3rd, to discuss the planning, design, operations, and maintenance of the County's transportation systems.
Strengthening Supports for Expecting and New Parents in Howard County
The Howard County Health Department (HCHD) has awarded funding to two local community-based organizations to strengthen prenatal and postpartum social and mental health supports for families in Howard County.
February 19, 2026 Planning Board
Extreme Cold Warning in Effect in Howard County Beginning Saturday Morning
The US National Weather Service Baltimore/Washington has issued an EXTREME COLD WARNING in effect for Howard County beginning Saturday, February 7 at 4:00 a.m. through 10:00 a.m. Sunday, February 8. Wind chills are forecast to reach as low as negative ten degrees to negative 15 degrees (-10oF to -15 oF) Fahrenheit.
Suspect in custody in domestic fatal stabbing in Ellicott City
The suspect turned himself in to police following the stabbing.
Howard County Executive Ball Signs Housing Bill Expanding Opportunities for Smaller Homes
Impactful updates to zoning regulations for Accessory Dwelling Units unlock opportunities and flexibility for homeowners and residents.
Intergenerational Program: Echoes of Nature
Howard County Earns Highest AAA Credit Rating from all Three Rating Agencies
Only two percent of counties, among approximately 3,100 counties in the United States, earn this prestigious outlook.
Bird Bonanza (3 yrs+)
Howard County Executive Calvin Ball to Hold Second Fiscal Year 2027 Residents’ Budget Hearing on March 3rd
Residents can sign-up to provide verbal testimony virtually or can submit written testimony online.
Firearm Safe Storage Workshop
Howard County Executive Calvin Ball Launches Impactful BikeHoward Update
The Howard County Office of Transportation is seeking public feedback on the Bicycle Master Plan update through four upcoming public workshops.
Howard County Department of Public Works to Host Community Outreach Meeting on the Seneca Farm Road Stormwater Pond Repair Project
Howard County Department of Public Works’ Stormwater Management Division will hold a community outreach meeting on Wednesday, February 25th, to discuss a project to repair the Seneca Farm Road stormwater pond located near 6600 Seneca Farm Road in Columbia.
Howard County Executive Ball Announces AARP has Approved Second Cycle of County’s Age-Friendly Action Plan
AARP engages with elected officials, partner organizations and local leaders to guide communities through the age-friendly network’s assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation processes
2026 Transportation Open House
Flash Bus Rapid Transit Public Meeting
Spring Community Yard Sale at NLCC (All Ages)
Alcoholic Beverage Hearing Board
Howard County Executive Calvin Ball Files Legislation to Create Impactful Interfaith Advisory Commission
Commission will carry on the work of the County’s Interfaith Advisory Council to further combat hate in Howard County
Police arrest suspect in overnight fatal stabbing
Donavan Townsend, 26, is currently in the booking process.
Hearing Examiner/Zoning Board
Citizens' Election Fund Commission Meeting
Bristol Channel Sewer Rehabilitation Project to Begin in Ellicott City
A Howard County construction project to stabilize an eight-inch exposed sewer pipe in a stream located behind 10261 Bristol Channel in Ellicott City, is scheduled to begin on or about Monday, March 9th. Weather permitting, the project is expected to be completed by late March 2026.