The Viaduct – Vol 18 No 4 – The final Issue – August 2005

Here are all of the headlines, authors, and summaries from the provided document:

  • What Viaduct? by Chris Vale: A discussion of the history of the Thomas Viaduct and how it got its name.
  • Your Watershed Needs You!: Discusses the Patapsco River Watershed and efforts to improve water quality in the area.
  • Is This Really Good-Bye?? by Laxu Mailena Filar: The Viaduct newspaper is facing challenges in production due to lack of volunteers and rising costs, and is considering transitioning to an e-news media product.
  • Letter to the Editor: Dave Terry discusses the possible new location for the Elkridge sign that was removed from Route 1.
  • A Message from the President of GECA by Fül AdcGuire: The new president of the Greater Elkridge Community Association (GECA) discusses goals for the organization, including increasing membership and addressing zoning issues.
  • In Memoriam by Ellen Schultz: A list of recently deceased residents of Elkridge.
  • Grabowski Named to Howard County Recreation and Parks Board: David Grabowski has been reappointed to the Howard County Department of Recreation and Parks Board.
  • No Place to Place Carnival: The Elkridge carnival will not be held this year due to lack of available grounds.
  • Who is the mystery flag flyer?: A resident named Steve places flags on overpasses to inspire patriotism.
  • Citizens’ Dental Access Program Kick-Off: The Howard County Health Department announces the launch of a program to provide dental services at reduced fees to eligible residents.
  • Maryland Western Horse Association: The Maryland Western Horse Association (MWHA) celebrates its 50th anniversary.
  • Drop Off Locations Needed by Rita Chelton: The Elkridge Love Mission is seeking local businesses to serve as drop-off locations for school supply donations.
  • Car Show Amuses and Confuses by Polly Thornton: Super Fresh held its Third Annual Customer Appreciation Car Show.
  • Funds Approved For Bridge by Polly Thornton: Funds have been approved for the Grist Mill Bridge in the Avalon Area of the Patapsco Valley State Park.
  • THE NICHOLAS PAUL THAYER SCHOLARSHIP FUND: A scholarship fund has been created to honor the memory of Nicholas Paul Thayer, and a Longaberger Basket bingo fundraiser is being held.
  • Preservation Howard County’s 2005 “Top Ten Endangered Sites”: Preservation Howard County announces its annual “Top Ten Endangered Sites” list to raise awareness of endangered historical sites.
  • Attention, Veterans! by Polly Thornton: Mary Snodgrass initiated a program to honor veterans by collecting and displaying memorabilia.
  • Dunkin’ Donuts to Build Bakery in Elkridge: Dunkin’ Donuts will build a new bakery in Elkridge, creating jobs.
  • Teenager on Drugs?: HorizonHelp.org provides an online resource for health and human services information in Howard County.
  • EYO NEWS: Elkridge Youth Organization (EYO) hosted the 2005 Maryland State Rookie League Tournament for Cal Ripken Baseball.
  • EYO Softball Takes “Iron Pot” by Becky Fioretti: The EYO softball teams competed in the 3rd Annual All-Star Softball games.
  • EYO Girls Fastpitch Softball by Becky Fioretti: The EYO’s Girls Fastpitch Softball program had a successful season.
  • Elk’cellent Citizens: A Tribute to The Viaduct’s Journey by Polly Thornton: A tribute to the history of The Viaduct newspaper as it transitions to a new format.
  • CRIME WATCH REPORT: A report of crimes in the Elkridge area from April 5 through June 30, 2005.
  • Money Matters: An article on Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs) and their investment benefits.

Link to full issue:

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1c298OGeLh5U7G-xHUJRd0UC2GUoyyggn/view?usp=drive_link