The weather today will be mostly cloudy in the morning, then becoming partly sunny. Scattered snow showers are expected, with snow accumulation of up to 1 inch possible. Highs will be in the mid-30s, except around 30°F at higher elevations. West winds will be 15 to 20 mph, with gusts up to 35 mph. The chance of snow is 40%.
We had a great Highlands Fat Bike Series Race event at the Deep Creek Lake Lions Club! Congrats to our winners:
Youth – Ryan Pyska – 2 laps (local Garrett County Coyote)
Womens Open – Julia Kastner 2:21:06.7 –
Mens Open – Zach Bittinger 1:33:47.6
Masters (45+) – Dan Larino 1:32:52.4
Consider following me on Facebook or Instagram at Deep Creek Adventure Bureau for the full event wrap-up!
GCPS will operate on a normal schedule today, January 13, 2025, with no virtual learning day.
The Maryland Department of Natural Resources is proposing its first fee increase in 17 years for freshwater fishing licenses and trout stamps due to rising costs from inflation. The trout stamp price hasn’t changed since 1992, despite a 129% increase in related expenses, causing program costs to exceed revenue. If approved by the Maryland legislature, the annual nontidal resident fishing license would rise from $20.50 to $32, and the resident trout stamp from $5 to $20, with nonresident fees also increasing. These changes, recommended by a diverse workgroup, aim to sustain freshwater fisheries without needing further fee hikes soon.
Skate sessions at JTF Ice Rink are still available for $6 per skater, with an extra fee for skate rentals. Weekday sessions from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM are $6 and include skate rental. The rink is also open for group reservations—contact JTF Ice Rink directly to book.
Valentine’s Day Boudoir Mini Sessions: 30-minute shoot with 6 retouched images in a private gallery, plus an app link. Prints available à la carte. Now through February 13, 2025.
A free training session for the Maryland private applicator exam is today from 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM at the Extension Office. Materials are available in print (for a fee) and online. The exam will be scheduled in spring in Garrett County, with a new online testing option from MDA.
