Five Things to Know in Columbia, 10/17

The Weather:

"Mostly sunny, with a high near 72. West wind between 6 and 13 mph." — The National Weather Service

Input wanted:

I'm working on a story about cochlear implants — devices that give hearing to deaf and profoundly hard of hearing individuals.

If you have the implants, or decided for some reason not to get them, would you be willing to be interviewed for the story?

Contact me at Marge.Neal@patch. com.

More input wanted:

Patch continues to tell stories and promote events in recognition of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. 

If breast cancer has touched your life, would you be willing to talk to us about it?

Are you holding an event that celebrates survivors, remembers those lost to the disease or raises money to help find a cure?

Be sure to tell us!

Team colors:

My favorite NFL team won Sunday. Did yours?

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Howard County Police Say Mom Fooled Attempted Robber

Bloods Gang 'Wreaking Havoc' in Maryland; Five Charged in Howard County