Monday, June 10, 2024: The weather today will be sunny. A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms in the afternoon–highs in the upper 60s and a low of 46. West winds of around 5 to 10 mph, with gusts up to 25 mph. The chance of rain is 20%.
Partners After School participants visited Heartwood Farm in Friendsville, Maryland, to plant hybrid chestnut trees in a future food forest. The farm features pawpaw, black walnut, yellow bud hickory, pear, cherry, and apple trees. Students gathered supplies, carried water from a creek, planted trees, and fed worms to the chickens. They also walked a woodland trail, with one boy naming a giant Catalpa tree as his favorite part of the visit.
As the nation prepares for the 2024 hurricane season, the U.S. Census Bureau will provide crucial information for disaster management. NOAA’s Climate Prediction Center forecasts above-normal hurricane activity in the Atlantic basin this year.
Garrett County Government has detailed plans for future waste management and landfill capacity, addressing current challenges and future needs. The county is evaluating sustainable and cost-effective waste disposal options.
May is Lyme Disease Awareness Month, but residents of Garrett and Allegany counties are at risk year-round. In 2023, nearly 300 people tested positive for Lyme disease in these counties, with cases occurring every month. The highest number was in August. Residents should remain vigilant against ticks throughout the year.
The Appalachian Forest National Heritage Area (AFNHA) invites those interested in conservation, history, cultural heritage, tourism, or community development to their annual Stakeholder Meeting on June 18, from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM at the Colonial Arts Center in Buckhannon, WV.
2024 Hydrilla Treatment Schedule Update: Great news! The treatments have proven successful, leading to a significant reduction in Hydrilla presence, and there’s been no indication of further spread. The dedicated investments and efforts have yielded positive outcomes! Please mark your calendars with the following treatment dates for this year: June 13, July 9, July 30, August 20
Oakland Golf Club’s Club Championship 2024 starts June 11! Men’s, Sr. Men’s, and Women’s Flights. RSVP by noon today.
Spots are available in Friendsville and McHenry for traditional in-ground gardens. Contact Ashley soon to join! Master Gardeners can offer support as needed.
Deep Creek Pottery invites kids ages 9-12 to Ocean Week Art Camp from June 17-21! Dive into clay sculpting, pottery wheel fun, mosaic crafting, canvas painting, snacks, and more. Pre-registration required.
Experience a Bug Hunt with Sang Run State Park today! Explore the park, discover cool creepy crawlies, and learn about their environmental importance. See how not-so-creepy they truly are!
Over 200 individuals from seven states will join the annual Mid-Atlantic Compact Wildfire Training Academy at Garrett College in McHenry, MD from June 10-13. Attendees will engage in classes and hands-on activities to prepare for out-of-state wildfire assignments. After the academy, firefighters will be ready to respond nationwide.
Create a super cool mug from a slab of clay for Make a Mug Monday with Deep Creek Pottery! Texture your mug and select a glaze when it’s finished.”
Attention all DCWF supporters! It’s time to celebrate tonight at the Tropical Summer Party Night at Firewater Kitchen & Bar! No reservations are needed for this evening of fun! Attendees can check out the new floating dock at Fireside, enjoy great food & drinks, music, cash drawings, and a silent auction!
Catch Eric Lewis, lead singer from Eighties Enough, performing an acoustic show at Honi-Honi Bar.
