Community Corner
Looking Back: The Howard County Features You Read the Most in 2013
You read about stinkbugs, a Columbia-disparaging actress, trampolines, tragic deaths and much more this year.
What do stinkbugs, Julia Louis-Dreyfus and the disgraced former journalist Jayson Blair have in common? They were among the most-read feature stories of the year published on Howard County Patch sites.
Here are your favorite features from 2013, in no particular order:
Former Enchanted Forest Site Being Cleared
Another part of the former theme park site in Ellicott City is being developed, although many of the features of the park have been moved.
Columbia Native Jayson Blair Reflects on Resignation from New York Times
May 1, 2013 will mark the 10-year anniversary of Blair's resignation from the paper of record. Today, he works as a life coach.
Four New Restaurants to Open at Turf Valley Towne Square
Well-known local restaurants like Facci Italian and Xitomate will be opening restaurants at Turf Valley in Ellicott City.
Find out what's happening in Columbiafor free with the latest updates from Patch.
Follow-ups:
- Facci Turf Valley Brings Italian Cuisine to Northwestern Ellicott City
- Grille 620 Opens at Turf Valley Towne Square
Julia Louis-Dreyfus Compares Columbia to Prison
New York Mag writer describes city as "one of the dreariest American landscapes imaginable"
Find out what's happening in Columbiafor free with the latest updates from Patch.
Follow-up:
Stink Bugs Rejoice at Government Shutdown
Just as a mass movement of stink bugs into homes begins, scientists working on controlling the problem are furloughed.
Related:
Tough Mudder Witnesses Describe Scene after Ellicott City Man Jumped
Tough Mudder is doing an internal review of safety protocols following the death of an Ellicott City man at its event.
Related article:
One Last Wag for 'Wordbones'
Friends and family remembered Dennis Lane, a local blogger who was killed in his Ellicott City home in May, at a ceremony at Merriweather Post Pavilion.
Related:
Foam Pits, Trampolines and More: Sky Zone Opens in Columbia
The massive indoor trampoline park opened in September on Oakland Mills Road in Columbia.
Breaking Down the Plan to Develop Symphony Woods
Examining the projects being pitched to develop Symphony Woods.
Related articles:
- McCall Hoping State Will Help Fund Symphony Woods Development
- Concept Designs Released for Symphony Woods Development
- Inner Arbor Designers Show Art and Purpose at Introduction Event
Taylor's Antique Mall to Close in January 2014
The long-time owner of the Ellicott City store died last year and his family decided to sell the building. It represents the end of an era on Main Street.
The 'Forgotten' Part of Main Street Ellicott City Asks for Help
"I couldn't imagine the rising water ever stopping," remembers one resident who wants the county to find flood solutions.
Related:
Mall Groundbreaking Signals Beginning of Columbia's Downtown Construction
After a few swings of golden sledgehammers, construction will soon begin on the expansion of the Mall in Columbia. Nearby, construction is underway on Whole Foods, a new apartment building, and development plans are in the work for Symphony Woods.
Get more local news delivered straight to your inbox. Sign up for free Patch newsletters and alerts.