The weather today will be mostly cloudy in the morning, then becoming mostly sunny. Areas of fog in the morning, with highs in the lower 60s. Northwest winds of around 10 to 15 mph.
Dining out is the first luxury to go as Maryland families tighten their budgets, according to new research from Advance America. The survey of 3,002 families found that Marylanders must work an average of 14 days just to cover monthly household bills, a sign of growing financial strain as grocery prices, utility costs, and job insecurity continue to rise.
A new survey reveals that 92% of Marylanders believe certain jobs should always remain human-led, no matter how advanced AI becomes. Topping the list are doctors and surgeons, followed by teachers and judges—roles where empathy and accountability can’t be replicated by code. The infographic highlights Maryland’s top five careers residents say should never be replaced by AI.
The Maryland Department of Natural Resources is now accepting grant proposals for the FY 2027 Greenspace Equity Program, offering funding to land trusts, nonprofits, and local governments to acquire or develop public greenspaces in overburdened and underserved communities across the state.
Got a tree a little too close for comfort? Call 3G Tree Service for expert tree removal, trimming, landscaping, and 24/7 emergency service from a trusted three-generation family business.
Scrub. Mop. Scour. Repeat. Cleaning never stops—but saving just got easier! Stock up and save up to $15 on Libman cleaning supplies at Naylor’s Ace Hardware – Oakland with the Buy More, Save More deal, valid at participating stores from October 1 to 31.
Head to Deep Creek UNO on October 21 from 11:00 AM to 10:00 PM for a Dough Raiser supporting The Rotary Club of Grantsville, MD. Present this coupon, and a portion of your order will benefit Pies, Pints & Pours for Polio Plus. Valid for dine-in or takeout—just don’t forget your coupon!
It’s Wedgie Wednesday at Fox’s Pizza Den in Oakland—get $2 off any large Wedgie!
Happening today from 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM at Herrington Manor Lake House—learn about the small but mighty creatures of Herrington Lake! Help identify aquatic macroinvertebrates and discover their vital role in the freshwater ecosystem.
The Senior Center Flu Clinic is taking place today from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM at the Grantsville Senior Center. Be sure to check the important notes before you go.
Got a young reader at home? Stop by HART for Animals today from 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM for the Reading Buddies program, where kids can read to adoptable pets at Enzo’s Library and take books home. Readers must be with a parent or guardian.
Enjoy Pasta Night at Ace’s Run Restaurant and Pub every Wednesday from 4:00 PM – 8:30 PM!
Virtual Dining with Diabetes starts tonight from 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM via Zoom. This four-week class from the University of Maryland Extension teaches healthy meal planning and self-management for adults with Type 2 diabetes or pre-diabetes. Cost is $15.
Swing into the fun tonight at MoonShadow at 7:00 PM with Kendall from Jitterbug Movement Studio! Entry is $15 at the door and includes a drink ticket. Call to reserve your spot, enjoy real food, and dance the night away.
