Howard County Creates Way to Dispose of Old American Flags

If you want to dispose of an old American flag properly, all you have to do is bring it to the dump. Howard County has become the first jurisdiction in Maryland to offer a flag retirement program. It’s the result of a joint project between the County and a local American Legion Post.

Celebration Begins for Bicentennial of “The Star-Spangled Banner”

It’s been 200 years since “The Star-Spangled Banner” was written, and from singing it in classrooms to belting it out at sporting events, it’s a part of this country’s fabric. In the honor of the bicentennial, the Smithsonian launched the kickoff of its anniversary celebration.

Maryland Minute Update: Nov 6, 2013

CNS reporter Ben Oldach talks about the latest headlines from the state of Maryland in this edition of Maryland Minute.