Friday, May 15, Saturday, May 16, and Sunday, May 17, 2026: The weather today will be mostly sunny, with highs in the lower 60s. Northwest winds of around 5 to 10 mph, with gusts up to 25 mph. Saturday will be mostly sunny, with highs in the mid 70s. Southwest winds of around 10 to 15 mph, with gusts up to 25 mph. Sunday will be partly sunny, with a chance of showers. Highs in the lower 80s. The chance of rain is 50%.
Competitive Power Ventures and Harrison Street Asset Management recently celebrated the ribbon-cutting for CPV Backbone Solar, Maryland’s largest utility-scale solar project. Located on a former coal mining site in Garrett County, the 160-megawatt facility repurposes industrial land to provide clean energy while supporting local tax revenues and economic development. A second phase is currently under construction to increase the facility’s total capacity to 175 MW.
Enjoy the best taste of Maryland at Trout’s House Seafood with weekly specials on fresh crabs, shrimp, and premium fish. Spend $75 or more this month to be entered for a chance to win a 10 lb box of snow crab legs.
Memorial Day weekend is almost here, and Foxcroft is the only home still available for a Friday–Sunday getaway at Timber Rock Village. This five-bedroom retreat features a game room, fire pit, and hot tub, making it the perfect home base for your Deep Creek Lake summer kickoff.
The Garrett County Board of Education is seeking proposals from experienced vendors to provide speech and language services for the 2026-2027 school year. Interested parties must submit their proposals electronically or by mail no later than 12:00 PM on May 28, 2026.
Kick off the season at Harbor Bar at Dutch’s at Silver Tree on May 28 from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM for the Have a HART Summer Kickoff. This event benefits HART for Animals, Inc. and features live music by Jason Shaw, adoptable dogs, silent auctions, and a fun pup contest.
Stop by “Food for Thoughts” with David Jochynek – State Farm Agent on June 4 from 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM. This four-hour session offers a no-pressure environment to get quotes, review current policies, or discuss your family’s life insurance needs with no strings attached.
Registration is now open for the Junior Rangers program at Deep Creek Lake State Park for children ages 7–12. This six-session outdoor program runs on Thursdays from June 25th through July 30th and includes hands-on learning activities focused on the natural world.
It is the final day of the Double Donut Deal at Deep Creek Donuts. Stop by before the promotion ends to buy your favorite donuts and get the exact same amount free one last time.
The Grantsville National Road Festival continues through Saturday, featuring live music, history, and local markets. Catch the final events tomorrow, including a town-wide yard sale, a barn quilt dedication, and live musical performances.
For everyone who secured a spot for tomorrow’s Parent Power Up Conference, the free event kicks off at 8:30 AM at Wisp Resort. Designed for Garrett County families with children ages birth to 5, this full-day experience includes expert-led workshops, meals, vendors, and overnight lodging.
Taylor-Made is hosting two open houses on Saturday from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM in the scenic Yough Mountain Resort community. Join sales agent Danielle Luscombe to tour a well-maintained log cabin at 400 Bear Drive E, or meet sales agent Angie Bosley at 931 Black Oak Drive to explore another charming cabin.
There is still time to register for the 6th Annual “Making Strides to Support Cancer Patients” Walk this Sunday at Oakland’s Mountain Fresh Farmers Market Pavilion, with all $30 registration fees directly benefiting Cindy’s Fund. Check-in begins at 11:30 AM for the 5K and noon for the multi-stage walk, and participants are encouraged to bring lawn chairs and an appetite for the available food trucks.
Enjoy the weekend with live entertainment, outdoor adventures, state park activities, and more happening around Deep Creek Lake!
