The weather today will be mostly sunny, with highs in the mid 20s. West winds around 5 mph.
The Small Business Direct Install Program helps eligible Maryland small businesses and community nonprofits served by Potomac Edison reduce energy use and cut costs through turnkey, incentive-supported efficiency upgrades as part of the EmPOWER Maryland initiative. Schedule your assessment to get started.
Applications for the FY 2026 Maryland Historic Preservation Capital Grant Program are open, offering grants of up to $100,000 for eligible projects, with a March 16, 2026, deadline and a required dollar-for-dollar match for non-profit applicants.
With Valentine’s Day approaching and Americans expected to spend $29.1 billion this year, a new 2026 report highlights the best places to celebrate the holiday while noting that 2 in 5 people say Valentine’s Day activities are not affordable. The rankings compared 100 of the largest U.S. cities using factors like dining costs, florists per capita, and weather to identify romantic yet budget-friendly destinations.
A new survey of Maryland drivers highlights the three winter roads most often avoided, with I-70 between Hagerstown and Hancock topping the list due to elevation changes and lingering snow and ice, followed by I-68 and U.S. Route 219 as routes drivers tend to skip when winter conditions worsen.
The Deep Creek Watershed Foundation is sharing an announcement from Cristina Sanders of Deep Creek Lake NRMA regarding the availability of shoreline erosion control cost-share grants through the Maryland Park Service Deep Creek Lake Management Office, offering $5,000 to $8,000 per project for eligible Buffer Strip Use Permit sites, with applications due by April 1, 2026 and limited funding available for up to 10 qualifying applicants.
The International Nature Photography Competition & Exhibition, organized by Arcadian Gallery, is now accepting submissions from photographers worldwide. Juried by National Geographic photographer Brian Skerry, the competition offers $5,000 in awards, with selected works featured in an in-person and online exhibition in Cumberland. The exhibition runs September 4 – October 10, 2026, with an opening reception on September 5; entries are due by Friday, May 15, 2026.
Check out this month’s featured listings on the Railey Realty page.
The Deep Creek Lake Lion’s Club Blind Skiers Program returns for 2026, supporting adaptive skiing opportunities and inclusive outdoor experiences.
Almost-weekend treat vibes at Fox’s Pizza Oakland, with this Hawaiian pizza dreaming of summer days. Order delivery or stop in today.
Don’t miss Zootopia 2 at Garrett 8 Cinemas today. Judy Hopps and Nick Wilde return for a new high-stakes case, with showtimes at 5:00 PM and 7:15 PM. All tickets are just $6.00!
