Deep Creek Lake MD News and Local Resources: Daily Notes

The weather today will be mostly sunny — patchy fog before 10am and a slight chance of showers after 2pm. A high near 80 and a low around 61. Calm wind becoming south around 6 mph in the afternoon. Chance of precipitation is 20%. Saturday will be cloudy, then gradually becoming mostly sunny, with a high near 78 and a low around 61. A chance of showers and thunderstorms after 3pm. Sunday will be mostly sunny, with a high near 80 and a low around 61. A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms after 3pm. Calm wind becoming west around 5 mph in the afternoon. Chance of precipitation is 20%.

Are you looking for something for the kids to do next week? The Garrett County Arts Council has a few spaces left in their “Underwater World Summer Adventure” program. In these grade-appropriate, week-long sessions, participants take a deep dive into the Smithsonian’s collections from our $MART ART workspace from August 9th-13th from 9:30am-12:30pm. Contact them at 301-334-6580 or info@garrettarts.org and tell them Deep Creek Times sent you!

The Town of Oakland sewer line replacement project will begin on Monday, August 9th. Work on the project will begin on Second Street at Center Street and will continue north on Second Street to Omar Street. There will unfortunately be temporary traffic disruptions and detours to normal traffic flow.

The Deep Creek Lake Lions Club operates the McHenry Community Park at 1249 Bumble Bee Rd so locals and visitors enjoy outdoor recreation. In June, they held a Bike Rodeo to support the Garrett County Pump Track. They have raised almost $70,000 available and should be able to break ground on some version (either dirt or paved) this year.

I saw the Oakland Volunteer Fire Department honoring a fallen soldier from WWII with a flag presented across the road. The soldier’s remains were brought through Oakland late Wednesday night to his final resting spot in Thomas, WV.

The 64th Annual Garrett County Agricultural Fair continues today!
—Master Showman Competition starts the day
–2:00pm Sheep – 4-H & FFA Lead Contest at the Show Ring
–3:30pm Sheep – Pee Wee Swine Show at the Show Ring
–4:00pm Pickin’ Empty Pockets musical entertainment
–5:00pm Engineering and Skillathon Awards Program
–6:00pm Costume Animal Parade
–7:00pm Cow Patty Bingo at the Show Ring, THE Mud Bog (Managed by Strut Your Stuff – Shine and Show Promotions) and 4-H’s Got Talent

Then, at 7:30pm is Daryl Worley: the rich, reedy tones and all-American, blue-collar themes in his #1 hits “I Miss My Friend,” “Awful, Beautiful Life” and “Have You Forgotten?” are reminders of the down-to earth, Haggard-like Darryl Worley you always knew. The island vibes and blue-eyed soul in new songs “It’s Good To Be Me” and “Lonely Alone” suggest there’s another, almost-funky, version of Worley that’s been kept under wraps.

It’s a busy day with several state park events and tonight is the first Old Time Jam of the year at New Germany State Park!

Alpine Lake Resort is holding their Community Yard and Bake Sale today and tomorrow.

At 11:30am, it’s the Read Together Book Club in Grantsville.

And, live music continues with the FREE Little Yough Summer Music Festival in Oakland. Tonight is the group Beggars Clan.

The weather today will be patchy fog before 8am and scattered showers and thunderstorms, mainly after 3pm. Otherwise, mostly sunny, with a high near 76 and a low around 57. Calm wind becoming west around 6 mph in the morning. Chance of precipitation is 30%.

The Seniors on the Move program could use donations! This program is a new initiative to help seniors travel to local senior centers for a meal and socializing, and to the new Senior Health and Fitness Club at Garrett College for exercise at no cost!

Attention Ladies! Nearby Alpine Lake Resort is holding a golf scramble with breakfast, lunch, and prizes on Thursday, August 12! Come see the Golf Club at Alpine Lake Resort’s Signature Hole 10: “Named the Prettiest Hole in West Virginia”.

Also at Alpine Lake Resort, Save the Date for the 9th Annual Music Fest!

The Garrett County Health Department has scheduled COVID-19 vaccination clinics to be held in local high school gyms and at Garrett College. These special clinics are designed to make it easier for students who will be attending those schools to receive their vaccinations but will also be open to the public for vaccinations.

The Garrett County Government has several current full-time positions open. Applications are due today!

The 64th Annual Garrett County Agricultural Fair continues today.

–9:00am 4H/FFA & Open Dairy Breeding Goat Shows at the Show Ring–10:00am Exhibit Barns Open
–11:00am Pedal Tractor Pull
–1:00pm Beef Breeding (Adult, 4-H & FFA)
–5:00pm Emily Lehr musical entertainment
–6:30pm Market Beef Show
–7:00pm Truck Drag Race
–7:30pm Adam Doleac – Musical Entertainment

The weather today will be mostly cloudy then gradually becoming sunny with a high near 75 and a low around 55. Isolated showers, with thunderstorms also possible after 2pm. East wind 3 to 8 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.

HART for Animals has been awarded the 2020 William Donald Schaefer Helping People Award! Comptroller Peter Franchot says “This final round of 2020 honorees showcase the best and brightest spirits of their communities… They recognized the needs of their communities, took action and continue to inspire the rest of us to face and address our challenges.”

Fulfill your dreams of competing in a demolition derby! The Crellin PTO is selling raffle tickets to benefit the school and the winner gets to drive this car on Saturday! A name will be drawn on Friday, August 6th. For tickets reach out to Robbie at (301) 616- 1564

The Deep Creek Lake Lions Club is looking for teams of volunteers to staff some of their Pioneer Challenges at the end of the month. Your group (at least one adult) will oversee one of the challenges for the event and, in exchange, you’ll get a minimum donation of $500 and a team entry for the challenge. Contact DCLLIONS@gmail.com or 323 325 5466 for more information.

There’s a Big Foot Night Hike nearby. Join the Rangers at the pavilion in the Robert W. Craig Campground at 8:00 pm on Saturday, August 7th; the first hike will begin at 9:00 pm. It looks so fun!

Just FYI – due to the recent dry weather conditions and lack of rainfall the Shaw Beach (on the West Virginia side) of Jennings Randolph Lake is no longer usable for swimming. Hopefully, we will get some rain and the lake levels will rise.

Garrett County Drug-Free Communities Coalition received a grant from the White House Office of National Drug Control Policy (ONDCP) to prevent youth substance abuse.

SAVE THE DATE: The final speaker in the B&O (*hint-hint* – Where Am I?) speaker series. Jim Porterfield namely speaks about the work of railroad police and the crimes they dealt with, including an in-depth look at several spectacular crimes committed on or around trains.

From 10am to 1pm today it’s the Mountain Fresh Farmers Market: 2021 Summer Market!

The 64th Annual Garrett County Agricultural Fair events continue tonight:
–11:00am Baby Crawl
–11:30am 4-H/FFA & Open Horse Showmanship
–1:00pm Pedal Tractor Pull
–3:30pm Swine Showmanship
–4:00pm Pickin’ Empty Pockets
–7:00pm Gas and Diesel Truck Pull
–7:30pm Patchy Fog – Musical Entertainment

Over at Stage Wisp, beginning at 6:30pm tonight, it’s the Davisson Brothers Band!

The weather today will be a slight chance of showers, thunderstorms also possible after 2pm, and a slight chance of thunderstorms before 8pm. Increasing clouds, with a high near 71 and a low around 54. Light east wind becoming southeast 5 to 9 mph in the morning. Chance of precipitation is 20%.

Make your guess for this month’s “Where Am I?” contest, too! Shoutout to Dr. Ryan H! He told me he reads DCT regularly… any guesses?

The Garrett County Department of Planning and Land Management is updating the Land Preservation and Recreation Plan. You can help shape the future of recreation in Garrett County, please take their short survey: garrettcounty.org/RecSurvey

Mariah Klotz was named the Garrett County Farm Queen! Congratulations!

WalletHub released its report on the Most and Least Equitable School Districts in Maryland. According to the “equitability scores”, Garrett County is number 20 of 24. Feel free to make your own judgment after reading the study.

Garrett County’s June 2021 Unemployment Rates a 6.2% (June 2020 was 7.4%).

Congratulations and Best Wishes to Dennis Gibson! Dennis retired as Garrett College’s head men’s basketball coach after guiding the Lakers to 714 victories and four national tournament appearances during 36 seasons as head coach.

It’s Senior Citizen’s/Veteran Day at the 64th Annual Garrett County Agriculture Fair. View the complete fair events schedule on this page.

A selection of fair events are as follows: Pet Show, 4-H Robotics Challenge, Heavy Weight Tractor Pull and the featured entertainment tonight at 7:30: Thomas Gabriel (Mr. Johnny Cash’s grandson).

COVID-19 vaccines are available today at the Garrett County Health Department Clinic in Oakland.

The weather today will be simple. Sunny, with a high near 69 and a low around 52. Northwest wind around 7 mph.

Happy August! Make sure to check out all of our updated pages for the month!

Welcome to our newest partner, the Garrett County Habitat for Humanity! GCHFH has touched the lives of 213 families in Garrett County through building 84 homes and significant rehabbing and repairing work. You can get support this work through their annual dinner fundraiser — to be held this year on October 9.

Also, a BIG DCT welcome to Circle R Ranch! Deep Creek Lake Horseback Riding is a fun family activity and Circle R also offers horseback trail rides and horse-drawn sleigh rides (weather permitting).

SAVE THE DATE: The 47th Annual Antique/Vintage & Maker Market will be ON this year October 15 -17, 2021 at the Oakland Community center (former armory) as a fundraising event for Civic Club of Oakland – serving and giving back to the community for over 100 years. Antiques, vintage items, collectibles, and handcrafted items. The Oakland Civic Club Café offers soup and homemade baked goods. $3 admission is good for all 3 days.

My husband and I were able to enjoy the farmer x baker collaboration at the new Hideaway Co. over the weekend. A guest chef came in to prepare a wonderful meal for the glampers on site but we went just for the dinner. It was great!

Remember the 64th Annual Garrett County Agricultural Fair is this week! The Exhibit Barns Open at 10am today.

A few items to note: The 4-H and FFA Livestock Skill-A-Thon is at 12pm, the Amusements Open at 1pm, the Custom Car Show is at 4pm, 4-H and FFA Sheep Showmanship is at 4pm, Horsemanship Contest is at 5pm and the 4-H Fashion Review is at 6pm.

At 7:30pm, tonight, it’s BEATLEMANIA MAGIC- Musical Entertainment. And, at 8:30pm the famous Cow Patty Bingo!

It’s Senior Citizen’s and Veteran’s Day tomorrow at the FAIR! FREE admission with proof of age – 60 & up – or Veteran ID until 5 pm. Seniors and Veterans ride free until 5:00 pm. Exhibit Barns open 10 am-10 pm.

At the Kitzmiller Library from 3pm – 4pm, it’s the What We’re Reading Book Group.

If you’re out and about, there are the scheduled state park events happening today, too!

The weather today will be cloudy through mid-morning, then gradual clearing, with a high near 73 and a low around 48. Northwest wind 6 to 10 mph, with gusts as high as 21 mph. Saturday will be mostly sunny with a high near 73 and a low around 52. Calm wind becoming west around 6 mph in the afternoon. Sunday will have a chance of showers between 2pm and 5pm, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms after 5pm. Mostly sunny with a high near 74 and a low around 52. Chance of precipitation is 30%.

Here’s your last reminder to sign up and get your exhibits into the barns at the 64th Annual Garrett County Agricultural Fair! You’ll have to be on-site tomorrow between the hours of 10:00 am-4:00 pm. Report to Computer Office building for exhibit numbers.

On Sunday, August 1, 2021 is the Judging of ALL Indoor Exhibits so ALL BARNS are CLOSED to foot traffic ALL DAY. Here’s the complete schedule on a few pages: 2021 Garrett County Agricultural Fair Schedule.

NOTE: Carson Peters will not be able to make his scheduled appearance. His band, however, Iron Mountain will still be performing some great bluegrass music and old-time favorites on Saturday night.

The Town of Oakland is continuing paving of Pennington Street, Bartlett Street, 1st Street (between Pennington Street and Liberty Street), and Dixon Street. Dates are subject to change due to inclement weather. Motorists are advised to avoid these areas if possible and to avoid parking on the street. For questions please contact Oakland City Hall at 301-334-2691.

Oakland’s Business Coordinator Nicole Raynovich is celebrating 5th generations! Edith Riley, 100, had the opportunity to meet her great-great-granddaughter and namesake, Riley McCullough, 9 months, last week. Baby Riley was born on 10/01/2020; just a week after Edith celebrated her 100^th birthday.

L – R: Delores Raynovich, Edith Riley, Riley McCullough, Ted Raynovich, Cole McCullough, and Nicole McCullough

Sang Run Road Bridge will be closed beginning Monday, August 16, 2021. This road and bridge closure will continue for approximately six weeks until the bridge project completion. The planned closure is located approximately 1 mile from Bishoff Road intersection. The suggested alternate route for traffic includes Hoyes Sang Run Road and Oakland Sang Run Road. Any questions can be directed to the Accident County Roads Garage at 301-746-8156.

There are vaccines at the Garrett County Health Department Grantsville Offices today.

Enjoy this last Friday in July to get 50% off ice cream at the Lake House at Alpine Lake Resort for Family Fun Fridays.

Friday night is the best night! 🙂 Live music outdoors as part of the FREE Little Yough Summer Music Festival. Tonight is The Moon My Twin.

There is a Bike/Hike fundraiser and “Scout Skills Show” at Canal Place in nearby Cumberland, MD.

Wade’s World of Wonder Annual Golf Scramble for an accessible playground in the Kingwood area in memory of Wade Mazza.

Mountain Fresh Farmers Market: 2021 Summer Markets are Saturday from 10am – 1pm.

The 64th Annual Garrett County Agriculture Fair get kicked off with the Stock, Hot Stock and Antique Tractor Pull.

Enjoy The Terah Crawford Band at Mountain State Brewing Co. Saturday night!

This looks cool: Astronomy Star Party at 9pm on Saturday.

At 6:00 pm on Sunday, August 1, Wisp Resort will be providing a CASH Bar and BBQ Pulled Chicken and BBQ Pulled Pork Sandwiches, a Fruit Cup, Pasta Salad Cup, Potato Salad, Coleslaw, and Baked Beans for the Bettman & Halpin show.

Crowning of “Miss Garrett County Farm Queen & her Court” will be on August 2nd at 12:00pm!

The weather today will be increasing clouds with a high near 78 and a low of 61. A chance of showers and thunderstorms after 11am. Some storms could be severe, with large hail, damaging winds, and heavy rain. Light southwest wind becoming west 5 to 10 mph in the morning. Winds could gust as high as 22 mph. Patchy fog after midnight.

Do you have a project or art you’d like to enter in the fair? The premium book shows you all the entry categories that are available and then print an entry form and bring your project (and entry form) on entry day.

I know we have some talented photographers reading — here are the rules for photography exhibits (from page 150):

Rules and Regulations 1. MAXIMUM 10 PHOTOS PER EXHIBITOR 2. Photography entries must be permanently surface mounted (ex: dry mounted, doublesided tape, or glued) to white or colored poster board, outside mount measurement must be 11” x 14” only. 3. The minimum size of all prints is 5” x 7”; the maximum size is 8” x 12”. 4. Only one entry is allowed in each class. 5. Entries must be taken within the past year. 6. There will be no separation between prints made from film and digital photography in any class. 7. The name and address of the exhibitor should be placed on the back of the poster board. 8. Entries will be accepted by the superintendents based upon the exhibitor’s entry sheet; however, entries may not be judged if, at the judges’ discretion, they do not fall within the class entered. 9. Judging is based on composition and photographic techniques. 10. “Special Effects” is defined as a category to allow the exhibitor to apply any form of artistic expression to the photo to create a new, significantly – altered image based on the exhibitor’s photo. The original photo used in this proc

Dear Readers, let me know if you submit an entry (of any kind) so I can go see it!

The Maryland DNR has posted its fishing report for this week. “Freshwater biologists have been conducting the annual seining survey for smallmouth bass juvenile recruitment. Preliminary observations suggested an excellent hatch; however, the survey thus far has indicated below-average numbers. There appear to be some fish health issues that are impacting juvenile smallmouth in particular — staff is currently collecting samples of these fish to identify the cause. A detailed summary will be available following the conclusion of this survey. ”

The Garrett County Health Department has updated the public on the newest CDC recommendations for mask-wearing.

Garrett County is one of only four Maryland counties that saw a decrease in opioid deaths between 2019 and 2020. The decrease was from 6 to 5 deaths. “Even one overdose death is too many for our community,” said Garrett County Health Officer Bob Stephens. “However, we are pleased that the hard work of all of our local partners to reduce stigma, provide treatment options and prevent overdose deaths is paying off.” See more numbers related to opioid overdoses here.

The Garrett County Health Department reminds parents of the required vaccines for school students.

It’s Cashmere Clothing Co’s “Christmas in July” special!

Fishing With The Naturalists at 10am today!

There is One-on-One Tech Help is in Oakland and Grantsville today. Make an appointment.

The Little Yough Family Flicks movie tonight is  Raya and The Last Dragon.

The weather today will be mostly sunny with a high near 81 and a low around 61. A chance of showers and thunderstorms after 2pm. Patchy fog before 8am. Calm wind becoming west 5 to 7 mph in the afternoon. Chance of precipitation is 30%.

Speaking of United Way, come see me at the Garrett County Fair on Saturday, August 7 where I will be working the famous Rotary Fry Booth! Volunteering for the fry booth will help United Way of Garrett County raise funds that will stay in Garrett County and directly help our community.

Here’s a short history on County United Way and information about a new partnership with United Way of Garrett County, the Garrett County Community Action Committee, and Christian Crossings.

The next public meeting for the Garrett County Commissioners will be on Monday, August 2, 2021.

The Mountain Fresh Farmer’s Market is today — stop by from 10am – 1pm. Note they advise those interested in food preservation to check the National Center for Home Food Preservation website for research-based, safe food preservation recipes and instructions.

Today from 1-3pm plan to attend the Garrett County Virtual Hiring Event!

LIVE MUSIC CONTINUES! 🙂 Stage Wisp: Queen City Funk & Soul

Don’t forget the state park activities schedule!

The weather today will be a slight chance of showers after 2pm. Mostly cloudy, then gradually becoming sunny, with a high near 80 and a low around 59. Calm wind becoming west 5 to 7 mph in the afternoon. Chance of precipitation is 20%.

A state police helicopter has hoisted an injured swimmer to safety over the weekend.

There is a virtual hiring event coming up this Wednesday.

GoVax: Vaccine Schedule has been announced for the Oakland Offices.

WE’RE COUNTING DOWN TO FAIR WEEK! ????????

Saturday July 31st is FREE
Free gate admission. $10 for carnival rides. The carnival will be open from 5:00 p.m. until 11:00 p.m.

Sunday August 1st is FREE

Monday August 2nd – Saturday August 7th is $15
Admission includes rides, entertainment, and track events

Non-Ride Tickets (must be purchased in advance) are $7
Admission includes entertainment and track events. ***This ticket does not include rides at the carnival*** Can be purchased at Slopeside Market, Deep Creek Shop and Save, Double G, Southern States Oakland, Gregg’s Pharmacy.

The weather today will be partly sunny with a high near 77 and a low around 55. Calm wind. Saturday will be mostly sunny with a high near 81 and a low around 62. Calm wind becoming south around 5 mph in the afternoon. Sunday will be a slight chance of showers, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms after noon. Partly sunny otherwise with a high near 81 and a low of 63. West wind 6 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 50%.

Did you know Deep Creek Lake was created by capturing the water of an existing Deep Creek? Deep Creek Hydro is a two-unit, 20 MW hydroelectric generation station that was built in 1925. Aside from generating electricity, Deep Creek Hydro also allows for lake level management, fisheries support, and white water recreation.

Current lake and station status are available here: https://www.safewaters.com/facility/12

ahhh … boating at Deep Creek Lake! Here’s a view of the dam sent in by Darla Annonio:

Curious about disc golf? It’s a great low-impact way to enjoy the outdoors. Ryans Disc Golf Stop Grand Opening is this Sunday from 5-7pm. There will be burgers, drinks, putting contests, and prizes during this dog at this kid friendly event.

Congratulations to the owners of Taylor-Made Deep Creek Vacations and Sales for receiving the Heise Entrepreneurial Spirit Award from the Garrett County Chamber of Commerce. Named in honor of Helmuth and Evelyn Heise, founders of Will O’ the Wisp and Wisp Resort, it is given to local business owners who demonstrate similar entrepreneurial qualities.

Speaking of Taylor-Made, they’re getting some great entries in their 2021 photo contest! Click the link to enter your photo for a chance to win a Deep Creek Lake getaway!

Another local photo contest: celebrate ten years of history and heritage with the Mountain Maryland Gateway to the West Heritage Area! Enter their historic photo contest and win a copy of the Postcard History Series of Garrett County, by Albert Feldstein.

Enjoy a free piece of cake as part of Alpine Lake Resort: 50th Anniversary Cake*with purchase.

GoVax: Vaccine Schedule (Garrett County Health Department Clinic – Grantsville Offices)

Have you seen the Skyhoundz Disc Dog Championship? It’s pretty cool!

Here’s another reminder for the Garrett County Artists Studio Tour. There are SO many talented artists in Garrett County.

One of my favorites will be at Mountain State this weekend: Day Old News at Mountain State Brewing Co.

Check out the complete DCT Events Calendar and the DCT Entertainment Guide.