Government

Howard County’s government operates a school system, a police department with more than 440 sworn officers, a fire department, a water...

Business

Location, quality of life and a pro-business environment are three of the reasons some 8,800 companies call Howard County home, creating...

Education

The Howard County Public School System includes 40 elementary schools; 19 middle schools; 12 high schools; one school for students with...

Health

As the population of Howard County has grown, so have the health care resources available to residents.

Transportation

Howard County’s location between Washington and Baltimore offers a reasonable commute for residents working in those two cities and...

10 Hottest Events in Howard County

Marylanders know Howard County for its unique blend of old and new, rural and urban, and nothing illustrates this more than the annual...

Shopping

Shoppers at The Mall in Columbia have no shortage of choices — with more than 200 stores and more than 1.3 million...

Family Fun

With easy access to jobs in Baltimore and Washington, D.C., not to mention standout schools that rank among the top in the state, it’s...

Recreation

Whether you are always on the go or just looking to kick back and relax, the county offers something for everyone — from hiking and...

Arts

One area Howard County can certainly boast about is its vibrant arts scene, with an abundance of choices that include theater, music and...

Religion

Religion in Howard County is both diverse and flourishing. Close to 300 faith communities worship here, including Protestant, Roman...

Seniors

When Columbia was created more than 40 years ago, it was known as “the city without grandparents.”

Organizations

Are you a pregnant woman who just discovered she’s expecting twins? Better call the local chapter of Mothers of Multiples....