Two Deadly Crashes, Two Local Businesses Close: Howard County Top News

Fire Department "Badges" Arson Dog
The new accelerant-sniffing dog will aid fire marshals in arson investigations.

Main Street's "I Love Theatre" Shop to Close in December
What does it mean for the changing retail scene on Ellicott City's Main Street?

Bridge Study Delay Frustrates Columbia Group
The county funded a study to examine the economic benefits of a new pedestrian bridge over U.S. 29 in Columbia, but it hasn't been conducted.

Four Vehicle Smash and Grabs Prompt Another Police Warning
Police said four smash and grabs at daycare facilities and a gym happened Wednesday, prompting police to warn residents not to leave valuables in unattended vehicles.

CrunchDaddy's Business is Popping
Dan Bazis, a Columbia man who calls himself the CrunchDaddy, is going full-time into the gourmet popcorn industry.

Deadly Collision Closes Route 1, Columbia Man Killed
The Columbia man was killed when the box truck he was driving rear-ended another truck.

Crescent Development Plan Presentation Scheduled
Developers are beginning the approval process for land behind Merriweather Post Pavilion known as the Crescent. The meeting will take place Monday night at Howard Community College.

Man Struck in Savage Parking Lot Dies from Injuries
A man who was struck in an empty parking lot by his co-worker on Oct. 11 in Savage while walking to his workplace died two days later from his injuries.

Report: Jilly's Sold, New Owners Plan Farm-to-Table Concept
The Ellicott City bar closed after it was sold to new owners who plan to re-open a new restaurant at the location in December.

Grille 620 Opens at Turf Valley Towne Square
One of the owners of the new Ellicott City restaurant is a Super Bowl champion while the other three draw from their experience owning restaurants and working together at a well-known steakhouse.

Hobbit's Glen Clubhouse Construction to Begin in November
The current clubhouse will close most of its operations this month.