1) The Weather
Sunny, with a high near 82. Northwest wind between 3 and 5 mph. - From the National Weather Service.
2) Event Not To Miss
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Howard County is holding a vehicle identification number etching event from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sept. 13 at Harper’s Choice Village Center, 5485 Harper’s Farm Road, Columbia.
Engraving your car’s unique vehicle identification number on all of the major pieces of glass is a highly effective theft deterrent, police say, and it assists in returning a stolen vehicle to its rightful owner. Appointments recommended. Free. Sponsored by the Maryland/D.C. Anti-Car Theft Committee and Howard County Police. Information/appointments: 410-313-4759.
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3) Question of the Day
Do you think there should be year-round school in Howard County? Columnist Kate Yemelyanov makes the case for it in her Monday column. Did your kids forget everything they know over the summer? Post your thoughts here.
4) Are You a Vendor? Oakland Mills Needs You
The Oakland Mills Community Association (OMCA) is seeking vendors for the annual Cultural Arts Festival on Oct. 15, 2011, 11am to 4pm in the Oakland Mills Village Center. Nonprofits, Howard County political candidates, and commercial vendors are all welcome. Obtain an application and information at www.oaklandmills.org, omcaadmin@columbiavillages.org, or 410-730-4610.
5) Headlines You May Have Missed 8/22
Toward Zero Deaths, 12 Arrested in Howard County Sobriety Checkpoint
Billing of Deceased Elkridge Woman for Fatal Crash Damages Makes National News
Business Owner Defends Jessup Property: Howard County Crime Roundup
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