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Wine-to-go containers added to bill allowing growler sales in Howard Co.At Aida Bistro and Wine Bar in Columbia, 30 wines are on tap — including a number of limited seasonal varieties not available in even the best-stocked wine markets. Owner Joe Barbera, above, successfully lobbied to add to-go wines to a bill permitting Howard County restaurants to sell carryout containers of beer known as growlers. |
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After nearly half a century, the Columbia Association will drop 'People Tree' from its logo. |
Some say local transportation network is inadequate to handle added commuters. |
Marylanders could feel the effects of the governor's $36 billion spending plan in many ways. |
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State, local officials preparing for new BRACAs President Barack Obama proposed a new round of military base closures and reorganization, Maryland's political and business forces... |
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HCEA president questions school board's ability to do its jobSaying that "personal animosity has made it impossible for members of the Board of Education to do their jobs," Howard County Education... |
Loss of children inspires Ellicott City mothers to advocate for suicide preventionBefore asking the question, Congressman John Sarbanes made sure to say "if you don't mind sharing." |
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