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Top News: 2-Year-Old in Critical Condition, Contraception Approved for 15-Year-Olds and Airports Change Knife Policy

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2-Year-Old Pinned Under Tractor Remains in Critical Condition

Logan Barnett has been in the pediatric intensive care unit at Johns Hopkins Children's Hospital since April 21.

Free Coffee for Teachers Next Week

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Or milkshakes, or smoothies, or frappes ... McDonald's celebrates Teacher Appreciation Week.

Sykesville Spring Clean Up Day Saturday

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Get rid of the clutter, participate in the spring clean up day in Sykesville this weekend.

Shockney and Meinecke Receive Outstanding Carroll County School Administrator Awards

The Rita Board Dowd Award for Outstanding Carroll County School Administrators was created in memory of Rita Board Dowd, who passed away in May 2009.

FDA Approves OTC Emergency Contraception for 15-year-olds

But the FDA's decision does not satisfy a recent court ruling that emergency contraception be made available without age restrictions.

Report: Carroll County No. 2 in MD for ‘Excessive Drinkers’

Do you think Carroll County has a drinking problem? Tell us in comments.

Could Cicadas Be the Perfect Summer Snack?

Considered a delicacy in some parts of the world, these bugs in your backyard could be a newfound treat.

Kimberly Frock Promoted to HR Administrator

The long-time government employee assumed administrator duties earlier this month.

$6.7 Million Scholarship Endowment Largest Bequest in McDaniel's History

The $6.7 million came from the family of 1891 alumnus Philip Henry Dorsey.

Despite earlier reports, small knives are still not allowed on flights.

Killer Wasps: The Answer to the Stink Bug Problem?

Scientists are looking for the right parasitoid wasps to kill invasive stink bugs.

Sheriff: Phone Scammers Say They Are Holding a Family Member Captive

Two local men have received suspicious phone calls.

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