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Deep Creek Daily Notes Blog April 24
The weather today will be mostly cloudy, with scattered showers in the morning, then partly sunny, with isolated showers in the afternoon–highs in the mid 50s and a low of 38. West winds of around 10 to 15 mph, with gusts up to 25 mph. The chance of rain is 50%....
Announcing The Bogey Club Golf Lounge A Private Golf Simulator Experience at Deep Creek Lake
Nestled in the heart of Deep Creek Lake, The Bogey Club Golf Lounge is setting the stage for an all-new, unique just-for-fun meeting and event venue. Located at 17869 Garrett Highway, Unit C, Oakland, MD, this private, pay-by-the-hour golf simulator experience is the...
Maryland Comptroller Offering MD Tax Connect Portal Webinars for Business Taxpayers
Throughout March and April, the Maryland Comptroller's Office is offering bi-weekly, expert-led webinars designed to guide Maryland Business Taxpayers through the new Maryland Tax Connect Portal’s key features. During these sessions, practical tips will be provided,...
Key Bridge Collapse Business Impact Survey
The Maryland Chamber of Commerce understands that the catastrophic Key Bridge collapse has created significant disruptions and challenges for Maryland's small business community. The bridge loss cuts off major transportation routes and severs critical supply chains....
Resources for Businesses Affected by Key Bridge Collapse
Multiple agencies and organizations have been working overtime to create webpages to house information about the collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore and the resources that may be available to businesses affected by the collapse. In the meantime, we...
2024 GLAF Advocate and Attendee Survey
GLAF’s mission is to enrich our community with high-quality performing arts and arts education. We appreciate your input in shaping the path forward – after all, YOU are the ones that matter! Dear GLAF Supporter, Thanks to our loyal patrons, sponsors and volunteers,...
Forest Service Prepares for a Surge of Spring Tree Plantings as It Celebrates Maryland Arbor Day
Governor Wes Moore proclaimed April 3, 2024, as the 141st annual Maryland Arbor Day celebration. Following tradition, Maryland Department of Natural Resources Secretary Josh Kurtz presented tree seedlings to the members of the Board of Public Works at their meeting,...
GCPS to Dismiss Students Early on April 8, 2024
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 solar eclipse and the students' normal dismissal time. Parents/Guardians are asked to make arrangements for this change...
Garrett County Forestry Board Scholarship
The GCFB will award a scholarship of $500 to a Garrett County resident student pursuing a degree in a forestry or natural resource related field. You may be attending any college/university/technical school, as long as you are a resident of Garrett County and pursuing...
Garrett College goes International
Ten international students from five different countries were celebrated last Thursday night as Garrett College hosted An Evening Abroad in the Edwards CARC gymnasium. Tawananyasha Mirira (Zimbabwe), Musulyn Pinney (Liberia), Courtney Milner (United Kingdom), Manuela...
Safe Sitter Course to be held at Garrett Regional Medical Center
Garrett Regional Medical Center (GRMC) will be offering a Safe Sitter course on May 4, 2024, from 9:00 AM until 3:30 PM. The class be held in the GRMC hospital boardroom. The Safe Sitter course is designed to prepare those sixth grade and up to be safe when they are...
Record of River and Climatological Observations for March 2024
GCSO to Hold Annual Defensive Tactics Training at NGHS
The Garrett County Sheriff's Office (GCSO) will hold its annual Defensive Tactics training at Northern Garrett High School (NGHS) on March 28, 29, and April 1, 2024. Please be advised that additional emergency vehicles may be on campus during this training. Student...
REMINDER: HB 950 – Maryland Transit Administration – Locally Operated Transit Systems – Mandatory Funding
This is a call to action for all Transportation Association of Maryland members to support our key piece of legislation, House Bill 950. Beginning in FY26, House Bill 950 would set funding levels for local transit support at $80,533,314 (the amount allocated in FY24),...
Upcoming Calendar Reminders and Make-Up Days
All Garrett County Public Schools (GCPS) will dismiss students three (3) hours early on Wednesday, March 27, 2024, for staff development in the afternoon. In addition, all schools and administrative offices will be closed for spring break on Friday, March 29, 2024,...
Garrett County Public Schools Seeks Substitute Custodians
Garrett County Public Schools (GCPS) seeks Substitute Custodians to join our team. The job offers a flexible schedule, which makes it ideal for individuals who require a work-life balance. In addition to a flexible schedule, the job comes with competitive pay and...
Garrett College Students Complete Phlebotomy Class Hours
Seven students recently completed their phlebotomy training through Garrett College. The program – offered through the College’s Continuing Education & Workforce Development division, includes a 69-hour classroom and lab section followed by an externship. This...
Busch’s Leap of Faith Rewarded
Ryan Busch admits the decision was a leap of faith. “I wasn’t sure how it was going to go, making the move from high school to college at age 16,” said Busch. “It obviously took some adjustments, but it went really well.” With “really well” being something of an...
Advance Notice on the Upcoming Solar Eclipse
Garrett County Public Schools (GCPS) is providing advance notice about the solar eclipse occurring on April 8, 2024, two weeks from today. The peak time of the eclipse will occur during student dismissal. We encourage parents and guardians to discuss safety...
GRMC earns Top 100 Rural & Community Hospital Award from The Chartis Center for Rural Health
Garrett Regional Medical Center (GRMC) has been recognized as a 2024 Top 100 Rural & Community Hospital by The Chartis Center for Rural Health for the sixth consecutive year in a row. Chartis’ annual Top 100 award program recognizes outstanding performance among...
Have You Heard About The Harvest Hub?
More opportunities to easily purchase locally grown, affordable, healthy food are sprouting in Garrett County this spring! New partnerships are forming to explore ways we can help people eat healthier and support our local farms. Please take a few minutes to let us...
Maryland Comptroller Offering MD Tax Connect Portal Webinars for Business Taxpayers
Throughout March and April, the Maryland Comptroller's Office is offering bi-weekly, expert-led webinars designed to guide Maryland Business Taxpayers through the new Maryland Tax Connect Portal’s key features. During these sessions, practical tips will be provided,...
Key Bridge Collapse Business Impact Survey
The Maryland Chamber of Commerce understands that the catastrophic Key Bridge collapse has created significant disruptions and challenges for Maryland's small business community. The bridge loss cuts off major transportation routes and severs critical supply chains....
Resources for Businesses Affected by Key Bridge Collapse
Multiple agencies and organizations have been working overtime to create webpages to house information about the collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore and the resources that may be available to businesses affected by the collapse. In the meantime, we...
2024 GLAF Advocate and Attendee Survey
GLAF’s mission is to enrich our community with high-quality performing arts and arts education. We appreciate your input in shaping the path forward – after all, YOU are the ones that matter! Dear GLAF Supporter, Thanks to our loyal patrons, sponsors and volunteers,...
Forest Service Prepares for a Surge of Spring Tree Plantings as It Celebrates Maryland Arbor Day
Governor Wes Moore proclaimed April 3, 2024, as the 141st annual Maryland Arbor Day celebration. Following tradition, Maryland Department of Natural Resources Secretary Josh Kurtz presented tree seedlings to the members of the Board of Public Works at their meeting,...
GCPS to Dismiss Students Early on April 8, 2024
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 solar eclipse and the students' normal dismissal time. Parents/Guardians are asked to make arrangements for this change...
Garrett County Forestry Board Scholarship
The GCFB will award a scholarship of $500 to a Garrett County resident student pursuing a degree in a forestry or natural resource related field. You may be attending any college/university/technical school, as long as you are a resident of Garrett County and pursuing...
Garrett College goes International
Ten international students from five different countries were celebrated last Thursday night as Garrett College hosted An Evening Abroad in the Edwards CARC gymnasium. Tawananyasha Mirira (Zimbabwe), Musulyn Pinney (Liberia), Courtney Milner (United Kingdom), Manuela...
Safe Sitter Course to be held at Garrett Regional Medical Center
Garrett Regional Medical Center (GRMC) will be offering a Safe Sitter course on May 4, 2024, from 9:00 AM until 3:30 PM. The class be held in the GRMC hospital boardroom. The Safe Sitter course is designed to prepare those sixth grade and up to be safe when they are...
Record of River and Climatological Observations for March 2024
GCSO to Hold Annual Defensive Tactics Training at NGHS
The Garrett County Sheriff's Office (GCSO) will hold its annual Defensive Tactics training at Northern Garrett High School (NGHS) on March 28, 29, and April 1, 2024. Please be advised that additional emergency vehicles may be on campus during this training. Student...
REMINDER: HB 950 – Maryland Transit Administration – Locally Operated Transit Systems – Mandatory Funding
This is a call to action for all Transportation Association of Maryland members to support our key piece of legislation, House Bill 950. Beginning in FY26, House Bill 950 would set funding levels for local transit support at $80,533,314 (the amount allocated in FY24),...
Upcoming Calendar Reminders and Make-Up Days
All Garrett County Public Schools (GCPS) will dismiss students three (3) hours early on Wednesday, March 27, 2024, for staff development in the afternoon. In addition, all schools and administrative offices will be closed for spring break on Friday, March 29, 2024,...
Garrett County Public Schools Seeks Substitute Custodians
Garrett County Public Schools (GCPS) seeks Substitute Custodians to join our team. The job offers a flexible schedule, which makes it ideal for individuals who require a work-life balance. In addition to a flexible schedule, the job comes with competitive pay and...
Garrett College Students Complete Phlebotomy Class Hours
Seven students recently completed their phlebotomy training through Garrett College. The program – offered through the College’s Continuing Education & Workforce Development division, includes a 69-hour classroom and lab section followed by an externship. This...
Busch’s Leap of Faith Rewarded
Ryan Busch admits the decision was a leap of faith. “I wasn’t sure how it was going to go, making the move from high school to college at age 16,” said Busch. “It obviously took some adjustments, but it went really well.” With “really well” being something of an...
Advance Notice on the Upcoming Solar Eclipse
Garrett County Public Schools (GCPS) is providing advance notice about the solar eclipse occurring on April 8, 2024, two weeks from today. The peak time of the eclipse will occur during student dismissal. We encourage parents and guardians to discuss safety...
GRMC earns Top 100 Rural & Community Hospital Award from The Chartis Center for Rural Health
Garrett Regional Medical Center (GRMC) has been recognized as a 2024 Top 100 Rural & Community Hospital by The Chartis Center for Rural Health for the sixth consecutive year in a row. Chartis’ annual Top 100 award program recognizes outstanding performance among...
Have You Heard About The Harvest Hub?
More opportunities to easily purchase locally grown, affordable, healthy food are sprouting in Garrett County this spring! New partnerships are forming to explore ways we can help people eat healthier and support our local farms. Please take a few minutes to let us...