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Top News: Columbia Home Invasion Suspects Charged and Ray Rice Plans Wegmans Visit

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Medical marijuana and decriminalization of small amounts of the drug are issues currently being debated in the Maryland legislature.

New Restaurant Offers Indian and Nepalese Food in West Columbia

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The restaurant opened March 15.

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The circus will be in Howard County later this month. Will you be going?

Maryland House Passes Gun Control Bill

The amended bill, passed by a 78-61 vote, will go back to the Senate and possibly a conference committee.

New Columbia Association Website Wants Your Ideas

The new website is Columbia Association's latest community outreach effort.

County Executive Ken Ulman's fiscal year 2014 capital budget includes several improvements to local schools.

5 Spring Activities for Kids in Howard County

Meet the bubble guy, feed some goats and see some racing camels as spring descends in the region.

Ray Rice to Appear in Columbia April 11

Rice will appear at Wegmans Columbia to host a special fundraising event for two charities.

Police: Two Men Charged in Columbia Home Invasion

The men stormed into a house, assaulting the resident and stole a safe containing gold, cash, jewelry and prescription drugs, according to police.

Post Critic Says Ale House Columbia 'Worth the Trip'

A Washington Post nightlife critic calls the Columbia bar impressive and "a fine showcase for Oliver Ales."

Former Jamaican Olympic Sprinter Sets Roots in Howard County

Sanjay Ayre won the silver medal as part of the Jamaican men's 4x400 sprint team, now he's starting a training business in Howard County and coaching at HCC.

Columbia Association Board Chooses Two of its Own for Symphony Woods Trust

The CA Board elected Gregg Schwind and Ed Coleman to serve on the board that will guide the development of Symphony Woods.

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