The weather today will be patchy fog this morning. Mostly cloudy, with areas of freezing drizzle and scattered snow showers. A chance of freezing rain, with patchy drizzle this morning, then a slight chance of freezing rain this afternoon. Snow accumulation is up to 1 inch possible. Ice accumulation around a trace. Highs in the lower 30s. West winds of around 15 to 20 mph, with gusts up to 35 mph. The chance of precipitation is 50%.
A recent study found that nearly 1 in 5 Maryland seniors living alone had no meaningful contact in January, equating to about 11,507 people statewide, highlighting social isolation as a growing health concern—especially during winter months—according to research conducted by Choice Mutual.
Concerned about how proposed transmission lines could impact your property? This free Eminent Domain Workshop covers utility easements and landowner rights. Register now for February 17, 2026, at 6:00 PM.
The Highlands Fat Bike Series comes to Oakland, MD, on Sunday, February 22, 2026, from 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM at Herrington Manor. Register now!
Help kick off Garrett County’s first Empty Bowls fundraiser by painting bowls on March 2 at 5:30 PM. Proceeds support Community Action programs addressing food insecurity.
UltraTrax is coming to Wisp Resort on April 11 with a choose-your-distance trail adventure through wooded slopes and ski trails overlooking Deep Creek Lake. Walk, hike, or ruck 7, 14, 21, or 28 miles and experience spring on Maryland’s mountaintop.
Wedgie Wednesday is here today at Fox’s Pizza Den in Oakland, where you can take $2 off any Large Wedgie and enjoy a delicious midweek treat.
Pal-entine’s Day is today from 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm at Accident Library, offering a fun, platonic social hour for anyone not celebrating Valentine’s Day. Stop by to play music bingo, sip hot cocoa, and spend time catching up with friends.
Platinum Deals: Wednesday Night at $19 Lift Tickets at Wisp Resort celebrates its 70th anniversary with a throwback to 1955. Wednesday night lift tickets are just $19 when purchased in advance online, with a same-day window rate of $39. Quantities are limited and expected to sell out, and holiday blackout dates apply from February 13 to 16, 2026.
The Art of the Pour: Galentine’s Edition is tonight from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm at Firewater Kitchen & Bar. For $75, enjoy a fun, hands-on craft cocktail class with your amigas. Seating is limited with two class nights offered, and advanced tickets are required.
