Howard County's school district faces budget shortfall despite last-ditch efforts
The Howard County Public School System is still facing a budget shortfall after the county's fiscal year 2026 budget was approved on Wednesday.
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The Howard County Public School System is still facing a budget shortfall after the county's fiscal year 2026 budget was approved on Wednesday.
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