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- Elk Ridge Heritage Society Open House by Betty Mamunni:
- The Elk Ridge Heritage Society held its annual Open House on December 4th and 5th.
- The theme was “Christmas in Italy”, featuring Italian Christmas traditions, decorations, and food.
- Musing by Betty Mastrounni:
- A story about a young boy who gives a Christmas gift to an elderly neighbor.
- The boy, Jimmy, wanted to give Mrs. Davis a blanket to keep her legs warm.
- Jimmy’s mother crocheted the blanket, and Jimmy did chores to earn money for the gift.
- Measures Taken to Reduce Collisions with Wildlife by Polly Thornton:
- The Howard County Department of Recreation and Parks has initiated a program to reduce deer/vehicle collisions on Montgomery Road.
- Reflectors are being used to alert wildlife to the presence of vehicles.
- The program has been successful in other areas and states.
- Auction Benefits National Kidney Foundation by Polly Thornton:
- Ralo Homes built a playhouse that was auctioned off at the National Kidney Foundation’s annual gala.
- The project raised approximately $500 for the NKF.
- Road Runners Ham it Up for Halloween by Eleanor G. Gyr:
- The Elkridge Road Runners held a Halloween event on October 28th.
- Participants enjoyed a potluck lunch and a costume parade.
- How a Building is Recycled by Polly Thornton:
- The demolition of Ellicott Mills Middle School is being done with a focus on recycling materials.
- Materials such as concrete, rebar, light bulbs, windows, and metal are being recycled.
- The old school building was also used for training by the Howard County Fire & Rescue Services.
- Local Teacher Wins Award:
- Larry Pekofsky, a Technology Education teacher at Elkridge Landing Middle School, received the Middle School Teacher Excellence Award from the Technology Education Association of Maryland.
- Baugher Farm Sold to Local Church by Polly Thornton:
- The Baugher farm, known for its peaches and produce, has been sold to Glen Mar United Methodist Church.
- The church plans to build a new church with more facilities on the site.
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