Howard County Executive Calvin Ball today celebrated the opening of Savage Park’s new, inclusive playground with community members.

Howard County Government offices, 50+ centers, courts and animal shelter will be closed on Thursday, November 11th in observance of the Veterans Day Holiday. However, regular trash, recycling, yard trim and food scrap services will be in effect and the Alpha Ridge Landfill will be open. 

Howard County Executive Calvin Ball is seeking a member of the general public (the position requires no professional training in health occupations or services) interested in serving on the County’s Board of Health. The deadline to apply is Wednesday, November 24, 2021.

A CSX Railroad maintenance project to repair and reconstruct the railroad crossing and roadway at Dorsey Run Road in Jessup, will close the roadway from approximately 9:00 a.m., November 9th. to 3:00 p.m., November 11th. During this time, traffic will be detoured via Patuxent Range Road, US 1 and MD 175.

 Howard County Executive Calvin Ball today celebrated the opening of Centennial Park North’s new Sensory-Friendly Play Experience playground.

Howard County Executive Calvin Ball was joined by local officials to provide an overview of vaccine administration for 5 to 11 year-olds.

The driver and sole occupant was pronounced dead at the scene.

On the evening of November 16th, Howard County Executive Calvin Ball delivered his 2021 State of the County address, outlining the incredible progress Howard County has made throughout the past year despite the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. During his speech, Ball touted some of the highest vaccination rates in the State contributing to low case rates and a sense of normalcy for many residents and he announced $2 million in funding for enhanced mental health services in schools.