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Deep Creek Daily Notes Blog April 23
The weather today will be mostly sunny, with highs in the upper 60s. Except in the lower 60s at the higher elevations. Southwest winds of around 10 to 15 mph, with gusts up to 25 mph. Summer Sines, RN III, received the quarterly DAISY Award at Garrett Regional Medical...
New Polish Pottery & Gift Store to Open at Dry Dock Plaza
Bringing the Beauty of Poland to the Beauty of Deep Creek A unique Polish Pottery and Gift store, Polska Polish Pottery of Deep Creek Lake is set to open in Dry Dock Plaza on May 10th. Offering authentic, handcrafted, traditional & Unikat (translated to “unique”)...
2024 GAP Report from NLIHC
Originally published by National Low Income Housing Coalition. The National Low Income Housing Coalition (NLIHC) released the 2024 The Gap: A Shortage of Affordable Homes. The report finds that there are 197,310 extremely low-income households in Maryland but only...
GRMC Welcomes Susan Federoff MD to Garrett Medical Group
Garrett Regional Medical Center (GRMC) welcomes Susan Federoff MD to WVU Medicine Garrett Medical Group in Oakland. A Pennsylvania native, Dr. Federoff received her medical degree from Dartmouth Medical College in Hanover, N.H. She completed her internship and...
Chamber of Commerce Celebrates Garrett County’s Inaugural Angelman Syndrome Foundation Walk
On Wednesday, April 10, Garrett County Chamber of Commerce President Andrew Fike presented a certificate of congratulations to Dr. Stephanie Sisler of Garrett County ASF Champions, in recognition of Garrett County's inaugural ASF Walk and celebrating the 25th...
SGHS Plans Lockdown Drill for Tuesday, April 16, 2024
Southern Garrett High School (SGHS) will conduct a lockdown drill on Tuesday, April 16, 2024, at approximately 9:30 a.m. This drill is a practice exercise designed to simulate a real-life emergency situation and ensure that everyone is prepared to respond quickly and...
Maryland’s Paramedics Crowned Sexiest Uniformed Heroes
Originally published by DatingNews.com. Sure, firefighters get hearts pumping with their ladder-climbing, cat-rescuing antics, decked out in gear that could make anyone swoon. Yet, our cities are sustained by countless other uniformed professionals who, while they may...
SGMS Teacher Named 2024 History Day District Teacher of the Year
Southern Garrett Middle School's Ms. Michele Bingham has been awarded the 2024 History Day District Teacher of the Year for Garrett County! This award comes with a plaque and a $50 cash prize. Her achievement will be celebrated at the 2024 Maryland History Day Award...
Proposed Curricula Available for Review and Comment
Three distinct sets of proposed curricula were presented for review at the April 9, 2024, Board of Education meeting. Feedback is crucial in shaping the future of our education system. Each set of materials is available for review and comment through April 24, 2024....
Maryland is 2024’s 4th Greenest State
Originally published by WalletHub. With Earth Day around the corner and the U.S. having experienced $92.9 billion in damage from weather and climate disasters during 2023, the personal-finance website WalletHub today released its report on 2024's Greenest States, as...
Here are 10 of the most beautiful gardens in Maryland
Originally published by MyDatingAdviser. To celebrate the natural and cultural treasures of Maryland, the dating reviews website MyDatingAdviser.com embarked on a journey to rank the most breathtaking gardens in the state. Drawing from a plethora of sources including...
Garrett College Launching Five Programs
Garrett College has received state approval to launch five programs, each tailored to a specific target market. The College will begin offering the programs – a retooled degree in Professional & Technical Studies and a new degree in Health & Exercise Science,...
Explore Garrett Open House set for April 13th
Garrett College recently announced the upcoming Explore Garrett Open House will take place on Saturday, April 13th beginning at 9:30 AM and ending at noon. The event will be held in the Performing Arts Center at Garrett College on the McHenry campus.“The Office of...
Maryland Is 2024’s 8th Best State for Children’s Health Care
Originally published by WalletHub. With workers paying an average of over $6,500 per year toward employer-sponsored family coverage and Every Kid Healthy Week kicking off on April 22, the personal-finance website WalletHub today released its report on 2024's Best...
Before the Dam – Life in the Glades before Deep Creek Lake
Originally published by Chris Nichols of Deep Creek POA. Deep Creek Lake has been such a fixture in Garrett County for so long, it’s tough to think about the time when it wasn’t there, but it used to be that there was just Deep Creek flowing through “The Glades” (the...
New Bumblebee RV Park Owners Redevelop Two New Deep Creek Lake Destinations for Nature Enthusiasts
Bumblebee Management proudly announces the debut of two premier camping destinations at Deep Creek Lake, Maryland, marking a significant milestone in the company's commitment to redefining outdoor hospitality. The newly renovated Bumblebee RV Park and Campground,...
Grantsville Medical Center Announces New Primary Care Providers
Grantsville Medical Center has grown its staff to now include three new primary care providers, Garrett Regional Medical Center has announced. The three providers will enable the medical facility to take new patients as it works to meet the healthcare needs of the...
Calendar Reminders: Early Dismissals on April 8th and 10th
On Monday, April 8, 2024, Garrett County Public Schools (GCPS) students will be dismissed three (3) hours early. This schedule change is due to the timing of the solar eclipse and the students' normal dismissal time. Additionally, students will be dismissed three (3)...
A Better Banking Experience
First United Bank & Trust is delighted to inform you that the online banking platform has undergone an update to offer you an even better banking experience. The updated design is modern and responsive, with a sleek interface that can be accessed from your...
‘Good business:’ Apprenticeship Program Paying Off in Garrett County
The following article was featured in the Cumberland Times-News: Northern High School senior Kyle Broadwater never imagined he'd have a paid apprenticeship job with a guided career track while still in school. But, through the Maryland Apprenticeship program,...
Message from Secretary Anthony Woods: Medal of Honor Day and Welcome Home Vietnam Veterans Day
Dear Friends, Reflecting on the past two weeks, we stand at the intersection of two significant days for Veterans in the calendar: Medal of Honor Day on March 25th and Welcome Home Vietnam Veterans Day on March 30th in the State of Maryland. Last week, I had the honor...
2024 GAP Report from NLIHC
Originally published by National Low Income Housing Coalition. The National Low Income Housing Coalition (NLIHC) released the 2024 The Gap: A Shortage of Affordable Homes. The report finds that there are 197,310 extremely low-income households in Maryland but only...
GRMC Welcomes Susan Federoff MD to Garrett Medical Group
Garrett Regional Medical Center (GRMC) welcomes Susan Federoff MD to WVU Medicine Garrett Medical Group in Oakland. A Pennsylvania native, Dr. Federoff received her medical degree from Dartmouth Medical College in Hanover, N.H. She completed her internship and...
Chamber of Commerce Celebrates Garrett County’s Inaugural Angelman Syndrome Foundation Walk
On Wednesday, April 10, Garrett County Chamber of Commerce President Andrew Fike presented a certificate of congratulations to Dr. Stephanie Sisler of Garrett County ASF Champions, in recognition of Garrett County's inaugural ASF Walk and celebrating the 25th...
SGHS Plans Lockdown Drill for Tuesday, April 16, 2024
Southern Garrett High School (SGHS) will conduct a lockdown drill on Tuesday, April 16, 2024, at approximately 9:30 a.m. This drill is a practice exercise designed to simulate a real-life emergency situation and ensure that everyone is prepared to respond quickly and...
Maryland’s Paramedics Crowned Sexiest Uniformed Heroes
Originally published by DatingNews.com. Sure, firefighters get hearts pumping with their ladder-climbing, cat-rescuing antics, decked out in gear that could make anyone swoon. Yet, our cities are sustained by countless other uniformed professionals who, while they may...
SGMS Teacher Named 2024 History Day District Teacher of the Year
Southern Garrett Middle School's Ms. Michele Bingham has been awarded the 2024 History Day District Teacher of the Year for Garrett County! This award comes with a plaque and a $50 cash prize. Her achievement will be celebrated at the 2024 Maryland History Day Award...
Proposed Curricula Available for Review and Comment
Three distinct sets of proposed curricula were presented for review at the April 9, 2024, Board of Education meeting. Feedback is crucial in shaping the future of our education system. Each set of materials is available for review and comment through April 24, 2024....
Maryland is 2024’s 4th Greenest State
Originally published by WalletHub. With Earth Day around the corner and the U.S. having experienced $92.9 billion in damage from weather and climate disasters during 2023, the personal-finance website WalletHub today released its report on 2024's Greenest States, as...
Here are 10 of the most beautiful gardens in Maryland
Originally published by MyDatingAdviser. To celebrate the natural and cultural treasures of Maryland, the dating reviews website MyDatingAdviser.com embarked on a journey to rank the most breathtaking gardens in the state. Drawing from a plethora of sources including...
Garrett College Launching Five Programs
Garrett College has received state approval to launch five programs, each tailored to a specific target market. The College will begin offering the programs – a retooled degree in Professional & Technical Studies and a new degree in Health & Exercise Science,...
Explore Garrett Open House set for April 13th
Garrett College recently announced the upcoming Explore Garrett Open House will take place on Saturday, April 13th beginning at 9:30 AM and ending at noon. The event will be held in the Performing Arts Center at Garrett College on the McHenry campus.“The Office of...
Maryland Is 2024’s 8th Best State for Children’s Health Care
Originally published by WalletHub. With workers paying an average of over $6,500 per year toward employer-sponsored family coverage and Every Kid Healthy Week kicking off on April 22, the personal-finance website WalletHub today released its report on 2024's Best...
Before the Dam – Life in the Glades before Deep Creek Lake
Originally published by Chris Nichols of Deep Creek POA. Deep Creek Lake has been such a fixture in Garrett County for so long, it’s tough to think about the time when it wasn’t there, but it used to be that there was just Deep Creek flowing through “The Glades” (the...
New Bumblebee RV Park Owners Redevelop Two New Deep Creek Lake Destinations for Nature Enthusiasts
Bumblebee Management proudly announces the debut of two premier camping destinations at Deep Creek Lake, Maryland, marking a significant milestone in the company's commitment to redefining outdoor hospitality. The newly renovated Bumblebee RV Park and Campground,...
Grantsville Medical Center Announces New Primary Care Providers
Grantsville Medical Center has grown its staff to now include three new primary care providers, Garrett Regional Medical Center has announced. The three providers will enable the medical facility to take new patients as it works to meet the healthcare needs of the...
Calendar Reminders: Early Dismissals on April 8th and 10th
On Monday, April 8, 2024, Garrett County Public Schools (GCPS) students will be dismissed three (3) hours early. This schedule change is due to the timing of the solar eclipse and the students' normal dismissal time. Additionally, students will be dismissed three (3)...
A Better Banking Experience
First United Bank & Trust is delighted to inform you that the online banking platform has undergone an update to offer you an even better banking experience. The updated design is modern and responsive, with a sleek interface that can be accessed from your...
‘Good business:’ Apprenticeship Program Paying Off in Garrett County
The following article was featured in the Cumberland Times-News: Northern High School senior Kyle Broadwater never imagined he'd have a paid apprenticeship job with a guided career track while still in school. But, through the Maryland Apprenticeship program,...
Message from Secretary Anthony Woods: Medal of Honor Day and Welcome Home Vietnam Veterans Day
Dear Friends, Reflecting on the past two weeks, we stand at the intersection of two significant days for Veterans in the calendar: Medal of Honor Day on March 25th and Welcome Home Vietnam Veterans Day on March 30th in the State of Maryland. Last week, I had the honor...