Friday, March 13, Saturday, March 14, and Sunday, March 15, 2026: The weather today will be mostly cloudy, with a slight chance of snow in the morning, then partly sunny in the afternoon. Breezy, with highs in the lower 50s. South winds of around 10 to 15 mph, with gusts up to 30 mph, increasing to southwest 20 to 25 mph, with gusts up to 50 mph in the afternoon. The chance of snow is 20%. Saturday will be mostly sunny. Highs in the upper 40s. West winds of around 10 to 15 mph. Gusts up to 35 mph in the morning. Sunday will be mostly cloudy, with highs in the upper 50s.
As of March 12, Maryland Department of Natural Resources crews stocked 3,900 trout.
The Maryland Department of Planning has released its 2025 Statewide Generalized Zoning data, created with input from Maryland’s 23 counties and Baltimore City. The update reflects local zoning changes and municipal annexations reported between 2021 and 2025. An interactive StoryMap and Webapp are available to view the zoning categories and recent changes.
The Garrett County Board of Education is accepting applications from county residents interested in serving on the volunteer Garrett County Board of Education Ethics Panel. The panel advises the Board by interpreting ethics regulations and issuing advisory opinions. Applications must be submitted by Friday, May 1, 2026, to Garrett County Public Schools.
3G Tree Service has work available for anyone looking to make some extra cash. They are looking for a dependable, licensed driver who can operate a chainsaw.
Fish Fry Fridays are happening at Ace’s Run Restaurant & Pub through April 3. Stop in each Friday for favorites like a fried fish sandwich, fish tacos, or hush puppies, available for dine-in or carry-out.
The Learning Beyond the Classroom Bus is officially out of hibernation and back on the road this month, bringing fun, hands-on learning experiences to families in the community. A new stop has been added at Route 40 Elementary School, where the bus will visit on the Friday before Bus Week each month, and the first visit is today.
St. Patrick’s Long Weekend at The Greene Turtle starts today and continues through March 17 from 11:00 am to 9:00 pm. Enjoy drink specials including $4 Jameson, Green Tea, and Baby Guinness shots, $5 tall Guinness drafts, and $6 Irish Bombs, plus food specials like a Reuben sandwich and fish n’ chips. Dine-in only; see store for details.
Garrett County Public Schools will host the Student Arts Fair on Saturday from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM at the Performing Arts Center at Garrett College. The free event features visual art displays and student theatre, chorus, and band performances from across the county. Artwork will begin to be taken down starting at 2:00 PM.
Stop by Herbal Earth Apothecary & Gardens on Saturday from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM for a cozy afternoon. Girl Scout Troop 10249 will be selling cookies, with free rose hot cocoa samples to enjoy and Arlo the lamb back for cuddles. Buy five or more boxes of cookies and receive 10% off an apothecary purchase that day.
Author George Cowgill will be at The Discovery Center on Saturday at 1:00 PM to share the history behind the building of Deep Creek Lake.
Wisp Resort’s FREE Slopes to Shore Party takes place Saturday as the base of the mountain comes alive with music from DJ Louie The XIII. Wear your leis and Hawaiian shirts and enjoy featured drinks from Surfside, giveaways, kids’ activities, the Little Rippers Boot Race, and plenty of family fun. The winner of the Vertical Madness Challenge will also be announced at the end of the party.
Mountain State Brewing Co.’s Annual St. Patrick’s Day Party takes place Sunday, March 15. The afternoon begins with Team Bingo at 1:00 PM, followed by live bagpipers and Irish tunes at 4:00 PM. Guests can also enjoy traditional corned beef and cabbage and Guinness on tap throughout the day.
Archie’s Barbeque offers Locals Night every Sunday with 30% off your meal, excluding holiday weekends.
Take a look at everything happening this weekend, from live entertainment to park activities.
A beautiful start to the day. Sunrise this morning captured by Chip Mathieson.
