Due to concerns about black ice, Garrett County Public Schools will open 2 hours late today.
Calendar Reminder: Garrett County Public Schools will dismiss students 3 hours early on Friday, December 20, 2024. Schools and offices will be closed for Winter Break from December 23, 2024, to January 1, 2025, reopening on Thursday, January 2, 2025.
Here’s the Maryland Fishing Report as of December 18: Deep Creek Lake provides excellent fishing opportunities throughout the winter, whether the water is open or frozen. Walleye, smallmouth bass, trout, northern pike, chain pickerel, yellow perch, crappie, and bluegill sunfish remain active. Other reservoirs across the state also offer great fishing.
The MSDE is seeking public comment on the proposed Essential Elements (EEs) for Grade 8 Social Studies and High School American Government for students taking the Dynamic Learning Maps (DLM) assessment. These new EEs will serve as alternate academic standards. Submit comments by December 22, 2024. For more details, please refer to the linked article.
Maryland Humanities is proud to award 90 nonprofits with the Marilyn Hatza Memorial SHINE (Strengthening the Humanities Investment in Nonprofits for Equity) Grant. Each recipient received $10,000 for general operating expenses. Check the linked article to see which Garrett nonprofit was awarded!
The holiday season can be costly, with expenses like gifts, travel, and festive meals adding up. No parent wants to miss out on holiday magic, but the financial pressure can be overwhelming. A survey reveals Maryland parents’ biggest Christmas financial fears.
Give the gift of adventure this holiday season! Get 4 lift tickets for just $299 with the Mission Affordable 4-Pack. Valid for the 2024-25 season, these unrestricted tickets can be used by anyone, anytime. Hurry – only 3 days left! Offer ends at 11:59 PM on December 20. Buy now!
You set the table, and Arrowhead Market will take care of the rest! Complete holiday dinners—reserve yours today!
The December Behavioral Health Education Task Force meeting takes place today at 9:00 AM as a virtual session on Google Meet.
If you or a loved one is affected by Parkinson’s, Dr. Priya Cardone hosts PD Parlor—a free monthly webinar by the Parkinson Foundation of Western Pennsylvania. Held every third Thursday from 1 PM to 2 PM via Zoom, each session covers a different PD care topic.
The December Garrett County Local Management Board meeting is today at 2:00 PM. Attend in person at the Garrett County Health Department Conference Rooms or virtually via Google Meet.
Blizzard or not, Thursdays are Steak Night at Firewater Kitchen & Bar! Starting at 4:30 PM, enjoy steaks with house-made onion rings, a baked potato, and salad — the perfect way to warm up for those braving the snow!
Get ready for an adventurous evening of Pirates, Poets, & Scribes at MoonShadow tonight at 6:00 PM! Expect a night filled with creativity, storytelling, and swashbuckling fun!
Christmas Blessing 2024 is here, providing holiday meals through volunteer and donation support. Meal pickups will start at 6:00 PM tonight at Brodak’s Banquet Hall with a drive-thru. Donations can be dropped off at Brodak’s Discount Liquor or arranged at the banquet hall.
Mountain State Brewing DCL hosts TEAM TRIVIA every Thursday at 6:30 PM! Come challenge your knowledge while enjoying cold brews and great company.
