Good Morning, Columbia! Things to Know, 7/28

The Weather

From the National Weather Service

“Mostly sunny, with a high near 92. Calm wind becoming south between 4 and 7 mph.”

Did you know….?

… That you can log on to a new website to tell the directly how you like the pools in your neighborhood? The new tool will help the association determine how to improve Columbia’s aquatic options.

Event Not to Miss This Week

The Howard County Tourism & Promotion-sponsored Restaurant Week(s) is still going on. Restaurants across Howard County are offering set menu options at budget prices, with a special feature on locally grown products. Read more about it .

Question of the Day

When is the last time you’ve gone to an all-day music festival on a weekday? Share your favorite outdoor music experience under our , which shows the joyous young fans at Tuesday's Vans Warped Tour at Merriweather.

Featured Reader Comment

“I worked at the Columbia Borders when it was in its previous location in Snowden Square for about two years, and it has always been one of my favorite destinations for shopping. I have never been as sad to see a favorite business close its doors.” – Reader “” on the story

A Birthday Shout-Out

It’s Mike Rossi’s birthday today (my wonderful husband.) Would you like to give a birthday shout-out in the Columbia Patch news roundup? Send your name, and the person’s whose birthday you’re saluting (and his or her birth date) to lisa.rossi@patch.com.

Headlines You May Have Missed 7/27

Corner Stable Liquor License Approved for Kings Contrivance Location