Sep 30, 2019
The weather today will be cloudy with a chance of showers; high in the low 70s and low in the low 60s.
Andrew Peterson shared this shoreline view from the boat. I love when the fall colors start to pop but it’s still warm enough for the boat!
The Safe Schools Maryland Tip Line is an anonymous reporting app (in the App Store and Google Play) and phone line (Dial 1-833-MD-B-SAFE) used to report threats to the safety and/or well-being of our public school students. Students, parents, faculty, staff, and members of communities throughout Maryland may use this anonymous, app- and web-based reporting system to share their concerns, such as:
- Mental health crises
- Bullying
- School and community violence
- Drug activity
- Abuse
- Harassment
- Other issues affecting our Maryland students
Remember tomorrow the age to buy cigarettes, cigars, and vaping devices increases 21 years old in Maryland.
Also, tomorrow, there is a new owner in town: Brenneman’s Store will now be Country Roads General Store.
There is a good bit of discussion regarding the water levels of Deep Creek Lake. The Yough relies on releases for thriving wildlife and recreation. But, if lake levels drop too low, some Deep Creek Lake docks get trapped by dry land. A public informational hearing has been scheduled on October 15, 2019 at 3:00 PM, at the Auditorium of Garrett College to discuss the renewal of the Brookfield Renewable permit to operate the dam.
Sep 27, 2019
Our sincere apologies, dear readers. We had a website issue beyond our control happening yesterday morning and we weren’t able to publish the Daily Notes for Thursday, September 26. All is well now.
This weekend is looking pretty good weather-wise! Today will be sunny with a high near 71 and a low around 60. Southeast wind 10 to 13 mph. Saturday will be mostly sunny with a high near 78 and a low around 62. A chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly before midnight. Windy: west wind 7 to 9 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph. Sunday will be partly sunny with a high near 76 and a low around 59.
We had a fabulous sunset last night. Ahhh!
The Bark in the Park 5k Race is tomorrow to benefit the Deep Creek Lion’s club’s off-leash dog park in McHenry. The route will utilize the recently opened Meshach Browning trail system.
Lend a Hand for Public Lands! is tomorrow at New Germany State Park — Join staff for a volunteer work day in celebration of National Public Lands Day. They will construct and install a bulletin board at the trailhead and paint signposts. (best suited for ages 12 and up)
Fall Fest at Sang Run State Park is also happening this Saturday! FREE pumpkin picking and decorating, hayrides, Dutch Oven foodies, a craft table for kids and more! from 10-3pm.
Plan to attend the community Pasta with a Purpose event on Sunday, September 29 from 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm at the Southern Garrett County Rescue Squad. This spaghetti dinner fundraiser will benefit Hair and Faces by Tina as her shop was a total loss in a recent fire.
According to AccuWeather, after a slow start to autumn in the Northeast, the region is likely to enjoy colorful fall leaves for a shorter period than normal this year.
The Maryland Native Plant Society will be planting 470 3-gallon native trees along a headwater section of the Savage River in October. You can volunteer! Individuals interested should contact Trout Unlimited’s Western Maryland Conservation Coordinator, Seth Moessinger, by phone at 301-268-5751 or by email at seth.moessinger@tu.org.
In the 1970s, National Geographic dubbed Maryland, “America in Miniature,” due to the fact that nearly every kind of terrain can be found across Maryland. Take a tour!
There is a Women’s Leadership Conference to be held at Garrett College on October 24th. Register by contacting 301-387-3142.
Sep 27, 2019
The Maryland Department of Health (MDH) is reaching out to more than 4,000 randomly selected licensed tobacco retailers across the state to help them prepare for a change in the legal sales age for tobacco products. Starting Oct. 1, 2019, Maryland will join 17 other states and more than 485 cities and counties across the nation in increasing the minimum legal sales age to 21 for all tobacco products, including electronic smoking devices such as e-cigarettes, vapes, pod-based devices and e-liquids.
This change in the law comes as Maryland, as well as 37 other states, is dealing with an outbreak of severe lung illnesses associated with vaping. As of Sept. 24, there were 20 such cases reported in Maryland. In addition to providing educational materials, MDH is surveying retailers to seek input on what additional resources they need to assist them with today’s rapidly changing tobacco landscape.
“We want to help tobacco retailers comply with the new law,” said MDH Secretary Robert R. Neall. “They play a critical role in creating a healthier Maryland by keeping tobacco products out of the hands of Maryland youth.”
Earlier this month, MDH launched the statewide campaign, “21 or none.” New materials including “minimum age of sale” signs – compliant with the law – and a toolkit to train staff on new procedures for checking ID are available for download on MDH’s Responsible Tobacco Retailer website, www.NoTobaccoSalesToMinors.com.
Sep 25, 2019
2019 People’s Choice Challenge Leaderboard
As of September 25, 2019, the following three choices for each category are leading the People’s Choice Challenge in SERVICES!
1. Favorite local art or music venue:
Mountain State Brewing Company – Deep Creek
Wisp Resort
MoonShadow
2. Favorite local bank or credit union:
First United Bank and Trust
Clear Mountain Bank
Wepco Federal Credit Union
3. Favorite local auto repair shop or dealership:
Garrett Automotive Company
Glotfelty Tire Center (Glotfelty Enterprises)
Accident Garage (Auto Land of Accident)
4. Favorite local community services:
Dove Center: safety, advocacy, and counseling to individuals whose lives have been impacted by domestic violence
Habitat for Humanity: housing organization working to build homes in the local community
GC Foster Care: training and licensing of foster care and adoption homes
5. Favorite local non-profit:
HART for Animals
Garrett Mentors
The Dove Center
6. Favorite local bed & breakfast, hotel or motel:
The Suites at Silver Tree
Inn at Deep Creek
The Lodge at Wisp Resort
7. Favorite local neighborhood bar:
JG’s
Backbone Tavern
Mountain State Brewing Company – Deep Creek
8. Favorite local real estate agent:
Mead, Julie – Taylor-Made Deep Creek Vacations & Sales
Bell, Jon – Railey Realty
Liller, Justin – Railey Realty
9. Favorite local real estate sales company:
Railey Realty
Taylor-Made Deep Creek Vacations and Sales
1 Real Estate Source
10. Favorite local vacation rental company:
Railey Vacations
Taylor-Made Deep Creek Vacations & Sales
Blue Moon Rising
11. Favorite local wedding vendor:
The White Barn at Lucas Farm – Venue
Chanteclaire Farm – Wedding Venue
The Herrington – Venue
Sep 25, 2019
2019 People’s Choice Challenge Leaderboard
As of September 25, 2019, the following three choices for each category are leading the People’s Choice Challenge in EXPERIENCES!
1. Favorite local festival or event:
Autumn Glory Festival
Fire on the Mountain 4th of July Fireworks
Garrett County Agriculture Fair
2. Favorite local golf course:
Funland
Oakland Golf Club
Fantasy Valley
3. Favorite local hike:
Three-Waterfall Hike at Swallow Falls State Park
Rock Maze
Maryland’s Highest Point (Hoye-Crest)
4. Favorite local historical site:
Cassellman Bridge
B&O Train Station Museum
Friends Store at Sang Run State Park
5. Favorite local indoor activity:
Funland
A Thirst For Art
Black Bear Wine and Words
6. Favorite local outdoor activity:
Lake Time
Hiking Anywhere!
Wisp Ski Resort Activities
7. Favorite local rainy day activity:
Funland
DCLSP Discovery Center
Simon Pearce
8. Favorite local lake view:
Everywhere
Aces Run Restaurant & Pub
The Sandy Beach at Will O’ the Wisp
9. Favorite local state park:
Swallow Falls State Park
Deep Creek Lake State Park
Herrington Manor State Park
Sep 25, 2019
2019 People’s Choice Challenge Leaderboard
As of September 25, 2019, the following three choices for each category are leading the People’s Choice Challenge in PRODUCTS!
1. Favorite local food:
Donuts from Glazed and Confuzed Donuts
Klotz Sweet Corn
Farmer’s Market
2. Favorite “must try” product:
Pizza @ Brenda’s Pizzeria
Fire on the Mountain Donut @ Glazed and Confuzed Donuts
Cake @ Deep Creek Cakes & Bakes
3. Favorite local burger:
Ace’s Run Restaurant & Pub
Black Bear Tavern and Restaurant
Arrowhead Market
4. Favorite local crab cake:
Dutch’s at Silver Tree
Deep Creek Seafood
Black Bear Tavern & Restaurant
5. Favorite local donut:
Glazed and Confuzed Donuts
The Rolling Pin Bakery
Deep Creek Donuts
6. Favorite local drink:
Vanilla Milkshake @ Englander’s
Rum Runner with Floater @ Honi-Honi Bar
Pub Grub @ Ace’s Run Restaurant & Pub
7. Favorite local ice cream:
Saffiticker’s Ice Cream
Lakeside Creamery
Katie’s Ice Cream
8. Favorite local pizza:
Brenda’s Pizzeria
Mountain State Brewing Company – Deep Creek
Deep Creek Pizza
9. Favorite local steak:
Dutch’s at Silver Tree
The Manor Steakhouse
Ace’s Run Restaurant & Pub
10. Favorite local shopping or retail store products:
Schoolhouse Earth
Oakland Farmer’s Market
High Mountain Sports
Sep 25, 2019
2019 People’s Choice Challenge Leaderboard
As of September 25, 2019, the following three choices for each category are leading the People’s Choice Challenge in PROFESSIONALS!
1. Favorite beauty professional:
Brandi Krause – Cobblestone Hair Salon
Amanda Walker – Deep Creek Salon
Jennifer Paugh – Hair and Faces by Tina
2. Favorite local dental professional:
Dr. Lindsay Jenkins
Dr. William Yant
Leslie Warnick
3. Favorite local doctor or health professional:
Becky Crowell
Charles Walch
Danny Moon
4. Favorite local financial professional:
Brian Boal
Jerry Merrick
Phil Rodeheaver
5. Favorite local fitness professional:
Jennifer Sober
Jazzercise Team
Kenzi Smith
6. Favorite local hospitality professional:
Sean Sober
Victoria Buckel
Jeremy Bittner
7. Favorite local insurance professional:
Terry Helbig
Ed Panther
Doug Railey
8. Favorite local legal professional:
Justin Gregory
Craig Ingram
Gary E. Sabo
9. Favorite local photographer:
Jessica Fike
Anna Brown
Molly Browning
10. Favorite local band or performer:
The Terah Crawford Band
Jason Shaw
The Remedy
11. Favorite community champion / volunteer:
Jay Ferguson
Brenda McDonnell
Terah Crawford
Sep 25, 2019
The weather today will be sunny with a high near 72 and a low around 60.
A gorgeous view of the Deep Creek Lake State Park by Shealee Brown Photography:
The next Choose Civility discussion will be tonight, September 25, from 6:00-7:00pm at the Oakland Ruth Enlow Library. The topic will be “What Is America?”
Pumpkin season is upon us at Double Oak Farms! More Pumpkins, Mums and Gourds Added to the SELF SERVE location. Open daily: daylight to dark across from Lee’s Corner Market in Swanton.
The 18th annual Rethink Recycling Sculpture Contest will be held on Friday, November 22, 2019 at the Maryland Department of the Environment (MDE) in Baltimore. MDE would like to extend this invitation to all high school students.
Garrett County Public Schools will once again participate in the “Maryland Farm to School Week” from September 30th – October 4th. The school system will serve the following:
All week – cheese curds from High Country Creamery
Monday – Italian sausages from The Butcher Block and fresh pears
Tuesday – hamburgers from The Butcher Block, lettuce and tomatoes from Garrett Growers, and fresh melon
Wednesday – goat cheese from Fire Fly Farms, fresh apples, and buckwheat brownies made with flour from Stanton Mills
Thursday –sausage patties from Working H Meats and maple syrup from Steyer Brothers
Friday – smoked pork from Working H Meats using GCPS’s own BBQ sauce.
WV Division of Forestry has implemented a statewide ban on open burning (with the exception of camping fires on State land). “We have a very explosive situation right now…it is for the protection of the public and their private property.” As you know, we are surrounded on two sides of the county by the state of West Virginia — it is very dry out here!
Sep 24, 2019
The weather today will be mostly sunny with a high near 64 and a low around 50. Northwest wind 8 to 11 mph, with gusts as high as 24 mph.
I think this photo sums up the past weekend: Georgann Gall’s kayaks at Deep Creek Lake, MD:
The Sipside Ladies Lounge is tonight from 3:30 pm – 9:30 pm. Discounts, door prizes and more!
TIPS for Concessions class is this evening — there’s probably still time to get in — from 5:30 pm – 8:30 pm at the Garrett County Health Department.
MD DNR is seeking comments on proposed fishing regulations changes. All comments may be emailed by October 15.
The “Partners After School” programs provided 7 days of team-building, physical activity, healthy eating, fun-filled field trips, and life skills education for their participants over the summer. Accident’s program included 17 participants, and Oakland’s had 25 participants.
REI has compiled a 6 episode series on “How To” bikepack the nearby 150-mile Great Allegheny Passage — the finale “Episode 6: To Pittsburgh We Go!” was just published on YouTube.
Help the Deep Creek Lake Lions club raise money for the Blind Skier and Camper programs by dining out at Ledo Pizza in McHenry tonight. Mention the Deep Creek Lake Lions and up to 20% of your bill will be donated to the club!
ALERT – A published phone number for Somerset Trust Company has recently been spoofed and the scammer has posed as an employee to request personal information. If you think you may have been a victim of the scam, please call 1-800-972-1651 for assistance.
Sep 23, 2019
The weather this weekend was just about perfect and visitors on and around the lake reflected that. The weather for today will be increasing clouds with a high near 71 and a low around 51. Scattered showers, then showers likely and possibly a thunderstorm after 5pm. West wind 11 to 16 mph, with gusts as high as 29 mph.
An affordable private Deep Creek Lake, MD “For Sale” courtesy of KellyAnn Green:
Mike attended the Garrett Mentors Fundraiser Dinner-Dance Saturday evening and reports it was a great event. The event was sold-out with great food (from Dutch’s), great music (from The Remedy) and lots of families enjoying the activities, which included hayrides, dancing, and a nice silent auction.
We want to give a shout-out to one of our avid readers, Margaret Ann Coulter from Pittsburgh, whom Mike just met this weekend. She has been coming to the Deep Creek Lake area for decades and even commutes for the day to experience the lake and take her boat out, hoping to someday own a home here. And, she loves the Deep Creek Times. She also sells scented candles and she was so nice, we said we would mention her candles in the Daily Notes – Check her site out!
The winner for the Mountain Coaster vouchers we said we would give away is Patti Mauer! CONGRATS!
The Maryland Department of Natural Resources has decided to have the public vote for “fan favorite” photos over on Facebook. “Like” your favorite photo and the photo with the most likes will be featured with the other contest winners in our 2020 calendar.
We have over 10,000 votes in the 2019 People’s Choice Challenge — did you see the Leaderboard?! See the top three leaders in each category below:
SERVICES | PROFESSIONALS | PRODUCTS | EXPERIENCES
Sep 23, 2019
Several Oakland roads will be closed before and during the Garrett County Chamber of Commerce’s 52nd Autumn Glory Grand Feature Parade, sponsored by Garrett Regional Medical Center, which begins at 1 p.m. Saturday, October 12. Patriot Automotive Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram: King of the 4WD is the title sponsor of the 52nd annual Autumn Glory Festival.
Second Street will be closed to traffic from Liberty Street to Center Street at 9:30 am. Both Second and Third Streets, from Omar Street to Alder Street, will be closed to all vehicles at 11:00 a.m. Traffic needing to bypass Oakland will be directed to detour along Fourth Street until the parade ends. Center Street will remain open until 12:45 p.m.
Memorial Drive also will be closed to through traffic from Fourth to Eighth Street. No one will be able to turn onto Fourth Street from Memorial Drive. Barricades and police officers will prevent access onto Memorial Drive from Fourth to Eighth streets. Emergency vehicles should use Kings Run or Eighth Street to Memorial Drive.
Parking along the parade route, which includes parts of Second, Third and Alder streets, is prohibited prior to and during the parade. Business owners or employees should contact Oakland City Hall at 301.334.2691, Oakland Police Department at 301.334.2100 or the Chamber of Commerce at 301.387.4386 in advance to obtain a pass to gain access inside the parade route, this includes the handicapped parking at the Masonic Lodge on First Street.
Thirty minutes after the last parade entry completes the parade route north of Lake St., the streets will reopen as normal.
Garrett County Deputies, Maryland State Troopers and State Highway employees will be assisting the Oakland Police Department with traffic control during the Autumn Glory parade.
Oakland Police Chief Bill Thomas encourages anyone coming to the festival and parade to come early to find a good parking space and enjoy the food and entertainment.
Free parking will be available in the town parking lot at the end of Second Street across the railroad tracks. For questions or concerns, please free to contact Chief Thomas at Oakland Police Department or Oakland City Hall between 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
The 52nd Annual Autumn Glory Festival, presented by the Garrett County Chamber of Commerce, runs from October 9 – 13 in Garrett County, Maryland. The festival includes a kick-off reception at Wisp Resort, two large parades, concerts, Oktoberfest celebration, the Maryland State Banjo, Fiddle & Mandolin Championships, Fall Foliage Driving Tours, Turkey Trail, the Western Maryland Tournament of Bands, antique and craft shows and much more. Patriot Automotive Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram: King of the 4WD is the title sponsor of the 52nd annual Autumn Glory Festival.
Sep 20, 2019
2019 People’s Choice Challenge Leaderboard
As of September 19, 2019, the following three choices for each category are leading the People’s Choice Challenge in EXPERIENCES!
1. Favorite local festival or event:
Autumn Glory Festival
Garrett County Agriculture Fair
Fire on the Mountain 4th of July Fireworks
2. Favorite local golf course:
Funland
Oakland Golf Club
Fantasy Valley
3. Favorite local hike:
Three-Waterfall Hike at Swallow Falls State Park
Rock Maze
Maryland’s Highest Point (Hoye-Crest)
4. Favorite local historical site:
Cassellman Bridge
B&O Train Station Museum
Friends Store at Sang Run State Park
5. Favorite local indoor activity:
Funland
A Thirst For Art
Black Bear Wine and Words
6. Favorite local outdoor activity:
Lake Time
Hiking Anywhere!
Wisp Ski Resort Activities
7. Favorite local rainy day activity:
Funland
DCLSP Discovery Center
Simon Pearce
8. Favorite local lake view:
Everywhere
Aces Run Restaurant & Pub
The Sandy Beach at Will O’ the Wisp
9. Favorite local state park:
Swallow Falls State Park
Deep Creek Lake State Park
Herrington Manor State Park
Sep 20, 2019
The weather for today and Saturday will be sunny with a high near 75 and a low around 59. Sunday will be mostly sunny with a high near 78 and a low around 61. Chance of precipitation is 20% after 2am.
This looks like a great weekend to enjoy the like — here is @taylor_aka_taytay’s pup:
There’s entertainment around the lake this weekend!
The Drive 4UR School fundraiser will be tomorrow September 21 from 9:00 am – 2:00 pm at the Northern Garrett High school student parking lot.
The first-ever Mountain Lion Trek – A Deep Creek Scavenger Hunt is tomorrow September 21 from 11:00 am – 4:00 pm at Wisp Resort. It will be Deep Creek Lake’s biggest Scavenger Hunt of the year. Pick your team of 4 people to compete against other teams to win prizes and awards. 11am registration.
The Garrett Mentors Barn Dance also happens tomorrow September 21 from 5:30 pm – 10:00 pm at Sang Hill Farm. As the biggest fundraiser of the year for Garrett Mentors, I’ve heard the event is sold out. BUT! There usually are some last minute cancellations so email Laura if you’d like to be added to the list!
The Cumberland Astronomy Club will host a public stargazing event at the New Germany Lake House on Saturday beginning at 8:00pm. Seasoned astronomers will share telescopes and teach about the night sky.
Read more about animal species in Maryland that have been brought back from the brink of extinction in Maryland.
There is a FREE TIPS for Concessions training at the Health Department on Tuesday, September 24, 2019 from 5:30 PM – 9:30 PM. Call Brenda Sislter at the Health Department to register — 301-334-7730.
Being that it’s the first day of fall tomorrow (and my birthday!) it only seems right that the leaves across Garrett County are “changing” … the DNR foliage report map is cool to follow each week.
Have a great weekend! 🎉
Sep 19, 2019
2019 People’s Choice Challenge Leaderboard
As of September 19, 2019, the following three choices for each category are leading the People’s Choice Challenge in PRODUCTS!
1. Favorite local food:
Klotz Sweet Corn
Donuts from Glazed and Confuzed Donuts
Farmer’s Market
2. Favorite “must try” product:
Pizza @ Brenda’s Pizzeria
Fire on the Mountain Donut @ Glazed and Confuzed Donuts
Cake @ Deep Creek Cakes & Bakes
3. Favorite local burger:
Ace’s Run Restaurant & Pub
Black Bear Tavern and Restaurant
Arrowhead Market
4. Favorite local crab cake:
Dutch’s at Silver Tree
Deep Creek Seafood
Black Bear Tavern & Restaurant
5. Favorite local donut:
Glazed and Confuzed Donuts
The Rolling Pin Bakery
Deep Creek Donuts
6. Favorite local drink:
Vanilla Milkshake @ Englander’s
Rum Runner with Floater @ Honi-Honi Bar
Pub Grub @ Ace’s Run Restaurant & Pub
7. Favorite local ice cream:
Saffiticker’s Ice Cream
Lakeside Creamery
Katie’s Ice Cream
8. Favorite local pizza:
Brenda’s Pizzeria
Mountain State Brewing Company – Deep Creek
Deep Creek Pizza
9. Favorite local steak:
Dutch’s at Silver Tree
The Manor Steakhouse
Ace’s Run Restaurant & Pub
10. Favorite local shopping or retail store products:
Schoolhouse Earth
Oakland Farmer’s Market
High Mountain Sports
Sep 19, 2019
2019 People’s Choice Challenge Leaderboard
As of September 19, 2019, the following three choices for each category are leading the People’s Choice Challenge in SERVICES!
1. Favorite local art or music venue:
Mountain State Brewing Company – Deep Creek
Wisp Resort
MoonShadow
2. Favorite local bank or credit union:
First United Bank and Trust
Wepco Federal Credit Union
Clear Mountain Bank
3. Favorite local auto repair shop or dealership:
Garrett Automotive Company
Glotfelty Tire Center (Glotfelty Enterprises)
Accident Garage (Auto Land of Accident)
4. Favorite local community services:
Dove Center: safety, advocacy, and counseling to individuals whose lives have been impacted by domestic violence
Habitat for Humanity: housing organization working to build homes in the local community
GC Foster Care: training and licensing of foster care and adoption homes
5. Favorite local non-profit:
HART for Animals
Garrett Mentors
The Dove Center
6. Favorite local bed & breakfast, hotel or motel:
The Suites at Silver Tree
Inn at Deep Creek
The Lodge at Wisp Resort
7. Favorite local neighborhood bar:
JG’s
Mountain State Brewing Company – Deep Creek
Backbone Tavern
8. Favorite local real estate agent:
Bell, Jon – Railey Realty
Liller, Justin – Railey Realty
Mead, Julie – Taylor-Made Deep Creek Vacations & Sales
9. Favorite local real estate sales company:
Railey Realty
Taylor-Made Deep Creek Vacations and Sales
1 Real Estate Source
10. Favorite local vacation rental company:
Railey Vacations
Taylor-Made Deep Creek Vacations & Sales
Blue Moon Rising
11. Favorite local wedding vendor:
The White Barn at Lucas Farm – Venue
Chanteclaire Farm – Wedding Venue
The Herrington – Venue