National Night Out 2026 took place on August 4 across the country. This annual community-building campaign promotes strong police-community partnerships and neighborhood camaraderie.  In Garrett County, the Health Department partnered with the Maryland Natural...

With a clear, starry view on most summer evenings, the night sky over Deep Creek Lake inspires a sense of awe and wonder for all age groups. Due to relatively low light pollution compared to urban areas, the region offers expansive, unobstructed views of the night...

Hey Sugar by Mullenax Bakery is officially opening its doors in downtown Oakland, bringing a new spot for sweet treats, candy and specialty drinks to the community. The shop will celebrate its Grand Opening today, Tuesday, August 11, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. at 255 N....

With the 2026-27 school year just around the corner, Garrett County Public Schools (GCPS) is helping families get ready with the launch of its Back-to-School Hub, a centralized online resource designed to make preparing for the new school year easier. The...

Type of Incident: Extended Road Closure Date and Time: 08/11/2026 @ 0430 hours Location: The following roadways in Garrett County, MD are currently closed: 1. MD 495 between Shade Hollow RD to Maple Grove RD due to flooding As of 08/11/2026 at 12:58 PM, Route 495 has...

Help Shape the Future of Recreation in Friendsville! The Town of Friendsville wants to hear from you! Your feedback will help guide future parks, recreation, and outdoor opportunities in our community. Please take a few minutes to complete our community survey and...

While classrooms may be quiet during the summer months, Garrett County Public Schools' (GCPS) commitment to supporting students continues in full force. Through the GCPS Summer Food Service Program, a dedicated team of 19 staff members has served 70,042 nutritious...

Building on the summer 2025 investment of 28 new snow guns, Wisp continues to enhance the winter experience with another major round of snowmaking improvements ahead of the 2026–27 winter season. Snowmaking Upgrades Are Underway Little Dipper Transformation One of the...

Two Maryland authors have been chosen to represent the state at this year's National Book Festival as part of the "Great Reads from Great Places" program. Maryland Humanities, which serves as the state's Center for the Book affiliate under the Library of Congress,...

A new art and history project is putting a spotlight on a short stretch of track that helped set the direction of American transportation. "The First 13 Miles of American Rail" focuses on the original run of the Baltimore & Ohio Railroad between Baltimore and...

The Town of Oakland has opened applications for a new grant program aimed at sprucing up its downtown and commercial corridors. The FY 2027 Commercial Facade Improvement Grant is a locally funded initiative designed to encourage property owners and business operators...

Small businesses in Garrett County that might not qualify for traditional bank financing have another option through the Tri County Council for Western Maryland's Revolving Loan Fund. The program offers flexible gap financing on reasonable terms, aimed at businesses...

Farmers and food entrepreneurs in Garrett County have a new opportunity to sharpen their business plans at no cost. The University of Maryland Extension is now accepting applications for its Maryland Agribusiness Coaching Level 2 Program, a free eight-week course...

The Deer Park Inn, a longtime fixture of Garrett County's dining and lodging scene, recently marked 30 years under the ownership of Pascal and Nadine "Sandy" Fontaine. The Garrett County Chamber of Commerce joined local officials in celebrating the milestone,...

Downtown Oakland has a new spot for families to spend an afternoon. Play Out Loud, a year-round indoor play space, recently celebrated its grand opening with support from Garrett County Business Development, Oakland's Mayor and Town Council, and the Garrett County...

Garrett County's Department of Business Development, teaming up with the Garrett County Extension Office, is putting together a free interactive map that will make it easier to track down roadside stands scattered across the county. The goal is straightforward: help...

The Appalachian Farm and Food Alliance has been awarded a NourishMD Grant, funding that will go toward turning the Mountain Fresh Farmers Market pavilion in Oakland into a fresh food hub that operates all year long. The grant program is run through the Maryland...

In partnership with The Garrett County Commission for Women and The Dove Center, the community is invited to honor eight decades of progress on August 26 at Deep Creek Lake State Park. The American Association of University Women (AAUW) Garrett Branch is marking a...

Casselman River Bridge State Park in Garrett County recently joined the National Park Service’s Underground Railroad Network to Freedom, which honors and preserves the history of resistance to enslavement. The landmark earned the designation thanks to its role in the...

When the sun and the star Sirius rise together this time each year, it marks the “Dog Days of Summer,” where hot temperatures can lead to sitting quietly just trying to keep cool. But dogs in Garrett County may disagree with the notion of lazing around in the summer...

HART for Animals, Inc. is excited to announce a paw-some adoption opportunity sponsored by our friends at Mark's Mocktails! Throughout the month of August, every dog or cat adopted from HART will go home with a complimentary 4-pack of Mark's Mocktails to celebrate...

The Dog Days of Summer are here, and it's your last chance to SAVE on tickets for the 22nd Annual Deep Creek Lake Art, Wine & Spirits Festival! From August 7 through August 16 at midnight, enjoy 15% OFF every ticket option for Friday* and Saturday's festival and...

Clark will be the first wrestler inducted; three baseball players among inductees Seven Lakers – including the first-ever wrestler – will be inducted into the Garrett College Hall of Fame on Friday, October 2nd at 6 p.m. in the Performing Arts Center at Garrett...

WVU Medicine Garrett Regional Medical Center (GRMC) and Potomac Valley Hospital (PVH) are pleased to welcome D. Kishore Yellumahanthi, MD, MPH, assistant professor in the department of dermatology at WVU School of Medicine, to their growing team of specialty care...

Help Plan the Future of Parks, Trails, and Recreation in Garrett County Garrett County is seeking public input as part of the update to the County’s Land Preservation, Parks and Recreation Plan. Your feedback will help the County understand how people use local parks,...

Garrett County residents are invited to connect with local law-enforcement officers, first responders, and community-based organizations during the 2026 Garrett County National Night Out. The free community event will take place Tuesday, August 4, 2026, from 6 to 8...

The Garrett Regional Medical Center Foundation is excited to announce the return of the hospital’s bi-annual Summer Soiree. This year’s event will be held on Saturday, August 15th at the Red Barn. The Summer Soiree was created in 2022 to be held on the off years of...

As Garrett County Public Schools prepares for the start of the 2026-27 school year, Superintendent Dr. Nicole Miller invites students, families, staff, and community members to join her at several upcoming community events. A longtime member of the Garrett County...