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Garrett College recently announced its Explore Garrett Open House will take place on Saturday, April 1, from 9:30 AM until noon.  The event will be held in the Performing Arts Center at Garrett College on the McHenry campus. “We are very excited to welcome prospective...

Comments were received on the draft version of the 2023-2027 Garrett County Economic Development Strategic Plan. The next step is to assimilate and consider the comments into a final plan. Three key focus areas of the plan are: Workforce Development Affordable...

Garrett Regional Medical Center’s Family-Centered Maternity Suite (FCMS) staff were recently recognized with the hospital’s first-ever DAISY Team Award. Numerous individual nominations for FCMS team members were received throughout the month of December for the DAISY...

The Garrett County Republican Women's Club members sold 1500 quilt raffle tickets last year, to provide the funding for $750 scholarships for a Northern High School and a Southern High School graduating senior. Pictured with two of her grandchildren is the winner of...

The Morgan State University Choir is one of the nation’s most prestigious university choral ensembles. The choral forces of this critically acclaimed Choir include The University Choir, which is over 120 voices strong, and The Morgan Singers – approximately 40 voices....

Originally published by First United Bank & Trust. At First United we hold the security of your confidential information in the highest regard. Recently, there have been a rise in phishing and fraud scams that are targeting users of digital payment applications....

Newsletter originally published by the Garrett Workforce Housing Alliance. Friends, On March 3, the Garrett County Board of Commissioners' Communication Office announced some proposed initiatives to increase workforce housing. We encourage you to read the announcement...

Accident Elementary 4th-grade students, or Husky Pups, have taken a hands-on approach to solving crimes during their Mystery & Forensics unit. Maryland State Police Crime Scene Technician Jennifer Jeudy (CST) and Retired Detective Sergeant Steve Vincent spoke to...

At the March 6 public meeting, County Senior Planner Siera Wigfield presented the 2023 Water & Sewer Master Plan Amendment on behalf of the Garrett County Department of Public Works – Utilities Division. The presentation was primarily “housekeeping” items of text...

As part of the Design Selection Phase, the United States Census Bureau engaged with the public for ideas. For the first time, the public had the opportunity to formally give input on planning and designing the next census through a Federal Register Notice (FRN). The...

Daylight saving time begins this Sunday, March 12, and the American Red Cross Central Appalachia Region reminds everyone to TURN your clocks forward one hour and TEST your smoke alarms. Did you know working smoke alarms can cut the risk of dying in a home fire by...

Recently, Kate Collins of JG's Pub made a generous donation to the Cool Schools Dunk (CSD). Thanks to the fundraising efforts of Kate, JG's employees, and their patrons, JG's was able to make a donation totaling $3900 to help push the total funds raised through the...

Last Updated on Mar 10, 2023 at 1:45pm | Department of Public Works - Public Utilities Division At the March 6 public meeting, County Senior Planner Siera Wigfield presented the 2023 Water & Sewer Master Plan Amendment on behalf of the Garrett County Department of...

Last Updated on Mar 8, 2023 at 2:01pm | Communications Office The Board of Garrett County Commissioners held its recent public meeting on Monday, March 6, 2023. At the administrative session proceeding the public meeting, the following appointments were made:...

Data Shows More Than 75% of Schools Earn 3, 4, or 5 Star Ratings Based on Several Factors Including Achievement, Progress, and School Survey. The 2022 Maryland School Report Card will be released on March 9, 2023, providing information on schools throughout the State....

This past weekend, GaCo 1629 competed in their first qualification event of the season in Blacksburg, VA. The team was one of 34 FIRST Robotics Competition (FRC) teams competing from across Virginia, DC, and Maryland, but mostly Virginia. The team ended up as the 2nd...

The Garrett County Steps to Better Health Committee has announced Saturday, April 15th, as the date for the 2023 Garrett County Health Fair and Family Fun Festival. The event will take place at the CARC (Community Aquatic & Recreation Complex) at Garrett College...

Garrett County Public Schools (GCPS) will conduct a Synchronous Virtual Learning Day (live instruction) on Friday, March 10, 2023, due to the winter weather advisory and forecast for impending inclement weather, including freezing rain, snow, and ice. Schools will be...