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Ellicott City Today: October 7

Head into the day a little more informed.

Another beautiful day today. The National Weather Service is forecasting a high temperature of 73 degrees with clear, sunny skies. Tonight, temperatures will drop to about 48 degrees.

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Howard County government offices, courts and animal shelter will be closed Monday, Oct. 10 in observance of Columbus Day. Trash and recycling services will remain on their normal schedule and the landfill will be open. The Howard Transit and Connect-A-Ride Bus services will operate on a regular weekday schedule. For Howard Transit's complete holiday schedule, call 1-800-270-9553. All parking regulations and fees will be in effect. 

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Time for a weekend fill-up? The cheapest gas in Ellicott City right now is at the Normandy Crown, 8505 Baltimore National Pike. Fill up with regular for $3.299 a gallon if you pay cash. 

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And ... On this day in 1849, Edgar Allan Poe died. He was 40 years old.


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