Wisp Resort’s mission to make skiing and snowboarding affordable for everyone continues with the second year of the Ace's FREE Learn to Ski & Snowboard Program, designed specifically for first-timers ages 8 and up. About Mr. Helmuth 'Ace' Heise Mr. Helmuth ‘Ace’...

Garrett Regional Medical Center (GRMC) recently recognized two employees with the Sunshine Award in honor of their exceptional compassion, kindness, and dedication to patient care. Katelyn Bernard, certified nursing assistant in the emergency department, and Amber...

Garrett County Public Schools (GCPS) will be closed on Monday, January 19, 2026, in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. Both schools and offices will be closed. GCPS is scheduled to reopen on Tuesday, January 20, 2026. For full calendar details, please visit...

The Maryland Agricultural and Resource-Based Industry Development Corporation (MARBIDCO) has announced a grant funding opportunity, the Maryland Value-Added Producer Matching Grant (MVAPMG), to encourage Maryland’s agricultural producers to engage in value-added...

Garrett County Public Schools will open two (2) hours late today, Friday, January 16, 2026.

During the January 13, 2026, Board Meeting, the proposed Garrett County Public Schools (GCPS) 2026-27 school calendar, developed by the GCPS Calendar Committee, was approved. It is now available on the Public Relations page of our website:...

The beloved Oakland Winter Fest will land on Valentine’s Day in 2026! Bundle up and join the Oakland Arts & Entertainment District on Saturday, February 14th, from 11 am to 4 pm for the annual celebration, filled with fun for the whole family! This year’s theme...

A zine (pronounced “zeen”) is a small, self-published booklet or magazine, short for “fanzine,” featuring original or appropriated text and images, typically copied cheaply for a small, non-commercial audience. Zines cover diverse topics from personal stories...

Learning commons director earns Univ. of Southern Mississippi Ed.D. Ashley Ruby, director of Garrett College’s learning commons, recently completed her doctoral degree through the University of Southern Mississippi. Dr. Ruby earned an educational doctorate (Ed.D.)...

The Garrett County Chamber of Commerce is now accepting nominations for the 2026 Emerging Entrepreneur Award. The award was created in 2024 with the purpose of encouraging new growth in the local economy and rewarding ambitious newcomers for taking risks. The award...

The Garrett County Chamber of Commerce is now accepting nominations for the 2026 Heise Entrepreneurial Spirit Award. The award, given in honor of Helmuth & Evelyn Heise, is presented to a local entrepreneur(s) for their contributions to the economic growth of...

Shamrock Sporting Clays, a premier sporting clays destination located inRockwood, Pennsylvania, is expanding its outreach and visibility within the shooting sports community through participation in regional sports shows and outdoor exhibitions. Owned by Angela...

Garrett County Public Schools (GCPS) proudly celebrates the selection of Ms. Cadence Natividad, a senior at Southern Garrett High School, as a student page for the prestigious Maryland General Assembly's Page Program during the upcoming 2026 Legislative Session. This...

Students in the Partners After School Program enjoyed an engaging and educational visit in November, with a special appearance from Dalton Smith and his D’s Eats food truck at Yough Glades Elementary School. Partners After School participants from Yough Glades and...

For 70 winters, Wisp Resort has been part of the Deep Creek Lake story. In the early 1950s, original owner Helmuth Heise and his wife Evelyn operated a small roadside motel and cabins along Route 219, now known as Will O’ the Wisp. One cold February, when the...

Garrett College recently announced 32 new graduates – 25 who completed degree requirements in fall 2025 and seven who finished their degree program last summer. GC’s newest graduates included 18 who earned Associate of Arts (AA) degrees, 11 who earned Associate of...

Garrett College seeking ‘team effort’ in naming Athletics Center Athletics is all about team effort – which is exactly the strategy Garrett College will be using in the naming of its new athletics center. The renovated 700 Building, a multi-million-dollar effort to...

College’s 2026-27 in-county tuition rate to remain $99 per credit The Garrett College Board of Trustees recently approved an administration recommendation to keep its in-county tuition rate at $99 per credit hour for the 2026-27 academic year. The trustees’ decision...

Garrett Regional Medical welcomed Hadden Andrew Worth as the first baby of 2026 at 3:11 p.m. on Wednesday, January 1. Proud parents are Reese Worth and Andrew Worth of Westernport, Md. Hadden weighed 8 pounds, 12 ounces, and was 19.5 inches long at birth. He was...

2026? How did that happen? Sounds like a date from a science fiction movie. Yet, here we are. After a whirlwind December, I am personally looking forward to some downtime. While many are excited about the opportunities for outdoor adventure this month, I am ready for...

The Highlands Fat Bike Series is what happens when you mix snow, singletrack, and a cycling-obsessed community that refuses to let winter be an “off-season.” It’s part race, part reunion, and part excuse to play outside when the thermometer says otherwise. Riders show...

Garrett Regional Medical Center (GRMC) was one of four WVU Medicine hospitals recognized on Forbes' newest list: Top Hospitals 2026. The other three hospitals were Camden Clark Medical Center in Parkersburg, J.W. Ruby Memorial Hospital in Morgantown, and United...

When the Western Maryland Classic returns to Garrett College January 29–31, 2026, it will feel like the center of the high school basketball universe has settled in Western Maryland. The Classic continues to strengthen its reputation as one of the most respected prep...

As respiratory illness activity across Maryland has risen to HIGH activity status, the Garrett County Health Department is reminding stakeholders about resources to help prevent the spread of respiratory illnesses. Maryland Department of Health Influenza...

The Oakland Youth Football & Cheerleading League (OYFL) is proud to announce the successful conclusion of its inaugural holiday toy drive. Through the overwhelming generosity of players, families, and the local community, the league collected over 100 new,...

2025 has been a landmark year for Deep Creek Lake, as the community has come together to celebrate the lake’s 100th birthday in grand style. The centennial festivities kicked off in January with a launch party at the historic restaurant Dutch’s at Silver Tree attended...

One of the best ways to kick off the new year is with a First Day Hike! Whether you prefer a ranger-led adventure, a group hike, or a solo exploration, Garrett County and the Deep Creek Lake area offer breathtaking scenery and plenty of photo opportunities. Deep Creek...

Free tickets for the January 11th PAC event must be reserved in advance Buzz One Four, a film documentary about the deadly crash of a nuclear-armed B-52 on Savage Mountain, will be shown on Sunday, January 11th at 2 p.m. in the Performing Arts Center at Garrett...

Tickets for January 24th event: $10 for adults, $5 for students/children West Virginia director and kayaking enthusiast Justin Harris will bring his film Freeland: A Blackwater Story to the Performing Arts Center at Garrett College on Saturday, January 24th, at 6:00...