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August 30, 2018

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'A welcoming, warm environment' will greet students at Howard's newest elementary school

Thursday, Aug 30

Hanover Hills Elementary School is the only new school opening in Howard County this fall. The $45 million school can accommodate 788 students and is adjacent to Thomas Viaduct Middle School in Hanover.

Howard favored entering 2018 Howard County football season

Can the Lions win their fifth straight county, region title, or will Glenelg, River Hill or another contender end their title streak in 2018?

Cornerstone businesses in Laurel pass into history

Laurel Meat Market and A.M. Kroop and Sons close their doors as owners retire.

There have been 25 heat-related deaths in Maryland this year — five times higher than 2017

Twenty-five people have died from heat-related deaths this year, the deadliest season in at least the last five years.

Mike Miller joins chorus blasting Wallace Loh, University of Maryland athletics leadership

Thomas V. “Mike” Miller Jr., the president of the Maryland State Senate and a rabid supporter of the University of Maryland’s athletic program, says the athletic department has been “adrift” since the June 13 death of football player Jordan McNair.

Orioles' Mark Trumbo to have knee surgery that will likely end his season

After receiving multiple opinions, Mark Trumbo has decided to have knee surgery that will likely end his season.

Five roster battles to watch as the Ravens prepare for Thursday's preseason finale

With the starters sitting and the plays simplified, NFL preseason finales derive their intrigue from battles for the last few spots on a 53-man roster. Here are five competitions to watch as the Ravens prepare to play the Washington Redskins.

Vote in the Ravens RISE High School Football Showdown poll

Vote in the 2018 Ravens RISE High School Football Showdown poll