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- Ribbon-cutting ceremony and open house at the Elkridge Post Office
- Summary: The Elkridge Post Office held a ribbon-cutting ceremony and open house on June 26, with Theodore A. Lewis, Postmaster, welcoming local residents and county politicians.
- Attacked by a fish? by Polly Thornton
- Summary: Former Elkridge resident Matt Filar was mentioned by humorist Dave Barry for an article about a couple surprised by a 3-pound ocean perch that fell through their patio roof, likely dropped by an osprey.
- Honoring our veterans by Polly Thornton
- Summary: The Viaduct is starting a campaign to honor veterans with support from the Elk Ridge Heritage Society, VFW Post #8097, and the Elkridge Rotary Club, collecting stories and memorabilia to display at the Elk Ridge Heritage Society.
- Howard One by Chris Merdon, Councilman, District 1
- Summary: The Route 1 Corridor revitalization is a high priority, with plans to establish committees to guide the process and the appointment of Dace Blaumanis as the Route 1 planning specialist.
- Blaumanis appointed to Route 1 project
- Summary: Dace Blaumanis was promoted to oversee the Rt. 1 revitalization project, which includes Elkridge, Jessup, Savage, and Laurel.
- Register to vote by Chris Merdon, Councilman, District 1
- Summary: The deadline to register to vote in the General Presidential Election is October 13, and new or unregistered residents of Howard County are urged to register.
- GECA Planning & Zoning Child Care Report
- Summary: A report on the Greater Elkridge Community Association Planning & Zoning Committee meeting on May 3, 2000, including submitted plans, pending decisions, and decisions made.
- Protective fencing spans bridge by Polly Thornton
- Summary: The State Highway Administration has erected protective fencing on the high bridge over the Patapsco River in Elkridge to prevent falls, following two deaths.
- Del. Don Murphy announces college scholarship awards
- Summary: State Delegate Don Murphy announced the recipients of House of Delegates scholarships for the 2000-2001 academic year, with scholarships awarded to students from Howard County.
- Attorney addresses Elk Ridge Heritage Society by Polly Thornton
- Summary: Howard County Assistant State’s Attorney Danielle M. Duclaux spoke at the Elkridge Heritage Society’s May 9 meeting, discussing the liaison program, juvenile crime, scams, and other legal issues.
- Sen. Ed Kasemeyer announces college scholarship awards
- Summary: Maryland Senator Edward Kasemeyer announced the students in the Howard County sector of the 12th Legislative District who will receive Senatorial Scholarships.
- Middle school students help with planting
- Summary: Elkridge Landing Middle School students participated in a program to plant 5,000 trees and shrubs at the Mt. Pleasant property in Woodbine.
- Red Light Program nominated for award
- Summary: The Regional Automated Enforcement Center (Red Light Program) was nominated for the United States Attorney Office’s “Make a Difference Award” for its efforts to reduce crashes and deaths caused by running red lights.
- McMullens bullish on Ravens by Polly Thornton
- Summary: The McMullen family is involved with the Baltimore Marching Ravens, with Betty McMullen’s daughter and granddaughters participating in the band.
- Candidates’ Night by Kevin Doyle, President GECA
- Summary: The Greater Elkridge Community Association (GECA) will sponsor Candidates’ Night at Elkridge Landing Middle School on September 28, 2000.
- Sesquicentennial celebration Elkridge struts its stuff!
- Summary: Elkridge celebrates its Sesquicentennial with contributions from residents like James Holway, Beth Paradis, and Helen Voris, who wrote a song for the occasion.
- Thanks, Commercial Tire!
- Summary: The Viaduct acknowledges and appreciates Commercial Tire’s support over the years, especially for providing a mailing address before the new post office opened.
- Ed Albright honored at Daytona
- Summary: Ed Albright, founder of Commercial Tire Company and a motorcycle racer, will be the second person inscribed on a monument at Daytona Speedway.
- Local thespians perform at arts center by Polly Thornton
- Summary: Local residents Charlie Ward and Dave Nation performed in a musical revue at the Howard County Arts Council, showcasing their singing and dancing talents.
- Who’s in the news?
- Summary: Donald E. Watson has been appointed to the Fire and Rescue Board of Howard County, Rick Lepski is helping to restore The Enchanted Forest, and Kristin Duck won a scholarship to Mount de Salles Academy.
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