The weather today will be mostly sunny, with highs in the mid 30s. Southeast winds around 5 Mph.
Garrett County Public Schools will open two hours late today.
A new nationwide survey finds that fear and confusion around protected medical leave are forcing many Maryland workers to push through mental health and substance use struggles. Over the past five years, Maryland employees lost an average of 11,816 dollars each, adding up to an estimated 22.8 billion economic impact statewide.
Big news for trout anglers, Maryland DNR is rolling out improvements to the 2026 Put-and-Take Trout Stocking Program with more fish, adjusted stocking schedules, and targeted waters, plus Youth-Only Day on March 21 and Opening Day on March 28.
Some evenings are meant to be a little more special. Enjoy thoughtfully curated pours in a relaxed, welcoming setting with Deep Creek Wine Tasting.
With Valentine’s Day around the corner, a new study ranks Maryland as the 9th most romantic state in the U.S. for 2026, making it one of only two non-Southern states in the top 10. In Maryland, the most popular romantic search is “Valentine’s Day dinner.”
Garrett County Health Department Home Health has been named a 2025 HHCAHPS Honors recipient by MatrixCare for the second year in a row, recognizing its continued excellence in patient experience and quality home health care.
Sip + Shuck is set for February 14, starting at 5:00 PM at Mountain State Brewing Co. – Deep Creek Lake, featuring Chesapeake Bay oysters available by the dozen and half dozen, Maryland farm beers on tap, and live music in the evening.
The 2nd Annual Deep Creek Boat Show returns this weekend, February 14-15, 2026, bringing together all five local marinas for a weekend of boats, local vendors, and food and drinks from Brenda’s, from 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM each day.
The 27th Annual MSP/NRP Deep Creek Dunk is coming up next week on February 21, 2026, from 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM, raising support for Special Olympics Maryland.
Paint n Sip returns on February 22 from 2:00 PM – 4:30 PM at The Greene Turtle for the Sip N Dip Fundraiser supporting Shari Burrell and her family following the loss of their home. Get your tickets now!
The Garrett County Behavioral Health Authority will hold a Pre-Bid Conference Call for the Wellness Recovery Center RFP today from 2:00–3:00 PM (ET). Join via Google Meet!
If you registered for the Kayak Roll Clinic, it takes place today from 5:30–8:30 PM. This focused 3-hour, hands-on session helps paddlers learn or refine roll technique with personalized instruction; bring your kayak and gear, or request equipment from the Adventure Equipment Center in advance.




