The weather today will be mostly sunny, with highs around 40°F. Southwest winds will be 10 to 15 mph.
As of January 29, Maryland Department of Natural Resources crews stocked 1,800 trout.
Maryland’s 2024 NAEP scores showed modest improvements in math and steady reading progress. While scores have declined over the past decade, reading results remained stable, reflecting trends in Maryland’s MCAP assessments.
On January 24, 2025, GRMC held a ribbon-cutting for its renovated Health & Wellness Center in Oakland. The GRMC Foundation raised $500K for behavioral health.
Nominations for the 50th Maryland Preservation Awards close in ONE WEEK! Visit the awards webpage for guidelines, the nomination form, and details. Be sure to use the updated 2025 guidelines!
A survey reveals that being buried beside Edgar Allan Poe at Westminster Hall & Burying Ground is a top choice for Americans.
Maryland ranks 8th for employing women in construction as efforts grow to boost female participation in the industry amid a major worker shortage.
9th Annual Kids Fun Fishing Day is on Saturday, February 15, 2025, at 8:30 AM at Deep Creek Lake State Park, with registration at 8:00 AM. This free event requires an adult to accompany each child. Limited to 50 kids—pre-register! No drop-offs or childcare.
This Thursday’s Kitchen Takeover at Big Sandy Brews features Chef Mychal serving up his delicious Cottage Pie! Wondering what that is? Think Shepherd’s Pie, but with beef instead of lamb. Don’t miss Kabob-a-Dis Kabob-a-Dat’s chef bringing his culinary skills!
GCPS will be closed today, January 30, 2025, for parent-teacher conferences (11:00 AM – 6:30 PM). No school for students. Classes resume on January 31.
The JTF Ice Rink is partnering with Hart For Animals for their fundraising campaign for Mocha’s Fund! 🐾 Buy a Paw at the rink now through March 1st and support a great cause.
Garrett 8 Cinemas’ Thursday Movie of the Week is Sonic the Hedgehog 3!
Don’t miss three days of thrilling high school and college basketball at the Western Maryland Classic! As you all know, I work part-time for our county government and I created the logo and some footage to promote Garrett County!
GCPS is closed today for parent-teacher conferences from 11:00 AM to 6:30 PM. Classes resume Friday, January 31, 2025.
Enjoy Double Dinner Deals at Brenda’s Pizzeria—Thursdays after 4:00 PM, two can dine for $35!
Steak is always a good idea! Steak Night at Firewater Kitchen & Bar kicks off every Thursday at 4:30 PM.
