Howard County Public Schools
Howard County's school system is recognized as the best in Maryland based on Maryland School Assessments. Attendance and graduation rates are over 90%, and more than 85% of graduates continue their education.
The Columbia Foundation
Eastablished by Columbia's founder, James Rouse, the non-profit Columbia Foundation enhances the quality of life in Howard County by offering grants and other support to non-profit groups that provide community services and cultural enrichment.
Howard County Tourism Council
Howard County Tourism provides information on Howard County restaurants, hotels, and activities. You can even take a virtual tour of Howard County sites.
Howard County Government
The Howard County Government web site explains services for residents and businesses.
Howard County General Hospital
A member of Johns Hopkins Medicine. Howard County General Hospital has been serving the community for more than 30 years. Its mission is "To Care, to Heal, to Serve."
Howard County Center for the Arts
The Howard County Center for the Arts, which celebrates its 25th year in 2006, sponsors visual and performance arts and offers classes for residents of all ages.
Howard County Library
Hennen's American Public Library ratings named the Howard County Library first in the nation in its population category in 2005. In addition to the Library's six locations in Howard County, its catalog and many reference materials are available online.
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"Howard County's appeal is due largely to its location midway between Washington and Baltimore, its easy access to major thoroughfares such as Interstate 95, and its well-respected school system."
— The Washington Post, March 26, 2006
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Howard County Community College
Howard Community College offers more than 5,000
credit and non-credit courses for traditional students,
as well as community residents.
Howard County Police Department
Howard County is one of the safest in Maryland with crime rates well below the state average.
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Maryland Information
Follow these links to become better acquainted with Maryland
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Maryland State Department of Education
Education Week magazine consistently grants a grade of 'A' to Maryland Public Schools..
Maryland State Government
Learn about the history and symbols of Maryland by downloading the "Discover Maryland" pamphlet.
Real Estate Taxes by Property
On this site, you can search for the assessments and tax rates of Maryland properties.
Other Sites of Interest
Business-Inc.Net
A directory of business websites
Maryland at OyMap.com
A world directory
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