The weather today will be patchy fog in the morning. Sunny, with highs in the upper 70s. West winds of around 5 mph.
Maryland ranks 9th most diverse state in America! With top spots in racial, educational, and worker-class diversity, the Free State shines in a 2025 report.
Shop unique crafts and gifts at the Autumn Glory Craft & Gift Sale, October 10–11 at the Garrett County Fairgrounds. Free admission, extended vendors, and refreshments for sale!
Trout’s House Seafood in Deep Creek has your game day favorites—buy 2 lbs of Gulf 26/30 Shrimp and get 1 lb free this Sunday only. Crabs are in stock, and a fresh catch lineup includes tuna, flounder, salmon, cod, halibut, and more. Call 240-488-4920 to reserve.
Autumn Glory bunting for the 58th Annual Autumn Glory Festival is now available from the Garrett County Chamber of Commerce. Sets are $100 (tax included) and can be purchased Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM, at the Visitors Center in McHenry. Limited quantities available—call 301-387-6171 or email for details.
D&H Paving serves Maryland, Northern Virginia, West Virginia, and Southern Pennsylvania, offering paving, grading, seal coating, resurfacing, and excavating services you can count on. Contact them now!
Maryland foodborne outbreaks declined 40% since COVID, falling from 57 cases in 2017–2019 to 34 in 2021–2023, according to a new CDC-based analysis.
Deep Creek Lake Lions Club Park at 1249 Bumble Bee Road offers a dog park, hiking trails, disc golf, softball field, picnic pavilion, playground, and more—a great spot for community fun.
Dreaming of life by the lake? Check out Deep Creek Real Estate’s September listings and find your perfect place.
Garrett 8 Cinemas’ Thursday Movie of the Week is Light of the World. See Jesus’ life unfold—from His ministry to resurrection—through the eyes of the Apostle John, with all showings just $6.
Always Ready Emergency Preparedness/Wilderness Survival Hybrid takes place today from 5:00 PM – 7:30 PM. Build the skills and mindset to handle emergencies—from wilderness survival to everyday challenges—with practical tips for go-bags and readiness.
Garrett County has confirmed six rabies cases in 2025. Protect your pets at the $5 rabies vaccination clinic today from 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM at the Garrett County Health Department in Oakland. Dogs must be leashed, and cats or ferrets secured in cages or carriers.
Pirates, Poets & Scribes: an open poetry reading and discussion at MoonShadow tonight at 6:00 PM.
Deep Creek Pottery hosts a Make a Mug Class tonight from 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM. Create your own one-of-a-kind mug using clay slabs and texture tools, then pick your glaze color while the studio handles the finishing. Tickets are $40, and you’re welcome to bring your favorite drinks and snacks.
Trivia Thursdays at Mountain State Brewing Co. in Deep Creek Lake — tonight at 6:30 PM. Bring your team, test your knowledge, and compete for prizes.
Tonight at 6:30 PM at Garrett College, UMCES scientists present lightning talks on local reservoirs, including Deep Creek Lake, Broadford Lake, and Savage River. Refreshments served.
