The weather today will be sunny, with highs in the mid-70s. East winds of around 5 mph. Applications are now open for the Keep Maryland Beautiful Grants program, offered through a partnership including the Maryland Environmental Trust, MDOT, MDA, and the Chesapeake Bay Trust. About $349,000 in funding is available for this round, with award […]

Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) announced updates to the income eligibility guidelines (IEGs) for free and reduced-price school meals. The guidelines, updated annually by the federal government, were adopted by MSDE through June 30, 2027. Eligibility is typically determined based on household size and income. For example, a child from a family of four […]

The Deep Creek Lake Art, Wine & Spirits Festival returns to the Garrett County Fairgrounds on Friday, September 11, and Saturday, September 12, and it’s bigger than ever! The festival benefits HART for Animals in Accident, MD. “We’ve added six premium spirit tables to Friday’s Premium Wine and Spirits night, plus 16 premium wine tables,” […]

In accordance with the approved 2026-27 calendar, Garrett County Public Schools (GCPS) will be closed on Monday, September 7, 2026, in observance of Labor Day. All schools and offices are closed. Regular operations are scheduled to resume on Tuesday, September 8, 2026. All 2026-27 GCPS calendar information is available on our website at www.gcps.net/calendars.

Imagine you live in the 15th or 16th century among your musical friends in a parlor. There are recorders from soprano down to the lowest contrabass. And the viola da gamba players are there too, from treble to bass. Oh, and there is a crumhorn quartet. This is the essence of music during that time. […]

A new sweet spot in Oakland officially celebrated its arrival Tuesday as Hey Sugar by Mullenax Bakery held a ribbon-cutting ceremony at its new storefront in Oakland. Garrett County Business Development hosted the ceremony, bringing together the Mullenax family, community members, local business representatives, and supporters to celebrate the opening and recognize the growth of […]

Friday, September 4, Saturday, September 5, and Sunday, September 6, 2026: The weather today will be mostly sunny, with a chance of showers, with a slight chance of thunderstorms in the morning, then mostly cloudy with showes likely, with a chance of thunderstorms in the afternoon. Highs around 80. West winds of around 5 to […]

On August 20, U.S. Senator Chris Van Hollen and Congresswoman April McClain Delaney (both D-Md.) were in Allegany and Garrett Counties to highlight $5.5 million that they, along with Senator Angela Alsobrooks, secured in Congress for Western Maryland communities. The lawmakers visited Frostburg State University, Potomac Fire Company No. 2 in Westernport, Garrett Regional Medical […]

Leadership. Innovation. Branding. Connection. Your Next Level Starts Here Next Level You is more than a conference—it’s an experience designed to equip leaders, entrepreneurs, professionals, students, and aspiring changemakers with the tools they need to thrive in today’s rapidly changing world. Through dynamic speakers and actionable strategies, attendees will discover how to become more confident […]

The weather today will have numerous showers. Isolated thunderstorms this morning, then scattered thunderstorms this afternoon. Highs in the lower 80s. West winds of around 5 to 10 mph. The chance of rain is 70%. Take a look at the local river and climatological data recorded throughout August 2026. Garrett County Public Schools is hiring […]