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Top News: Harris Teeter Opening Soon, Expansion for a Main Street Shop and a New Trial in Phylicia Barnes Case

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Ellicott City Scoop: LaLa's Opening Soon

The sign for LaLa's has been on Main Street for more than a year. The owner says he's in the final stretch.

Two-fer: Dogs of the Week are Best Buds

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Max and Pancho are a team; they're looking for a home together.

Report: Toys ‘R’ Us Sued for Discrimination

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A lawsuit says staff at the Columbia store violated the federal Americans With Disabilities Act.

Howard County Fatalities 10 Years After Iraq Invasion

Two Howard County residents have died serving in the war in Iraq.

Howard Named Healthiest County for Fourth Straight Year

Low adult smoking and drinking rates coupled with high school graduation rates contributed to the ranking.

New Trial For Man Convicted of Murdering Phylicia Barnes

A judge said prosecutors didn't share required information.

Harris Teeter Opening Soon in Ellicott City

The new grocery also is hosting events during the coming weekends.

Police Search for 83-Year-Old Ellicott City Man

According to police, Charles Turner has no cell phone and is without his medication and he may have been involved in a hit and run in Arbutus.

Journey from Junk to Jewels in Ellicott City

The Main Street store is expanding and will soon offer furniture restoration classes.

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