Latest News from Garrett County, Maryland

The Garrett County Chamber of Commerce posthumously honored Eugene Cervi with its 2026 Volunteer of the Year Award during the 59th Annual Autumn Glory Festival Kick-Off Reception & Dinner, held Wednesday, October 7, at the McHenry Lodge at Wisp Resort. BILT...

At Broad Ford School, we are building a culture where both teachers and students are becoming confident thinkers, problem solvers, and leaders in learning. Teachers across grades K–6 are embracing strategies from Building Thinking Classrooms in Mathematics to create...

The Washington County Museum of Fine Arts (WCMFA) announces that Executive Director Sarah J. Hall will be stepping down from her position, effective December 18, 2026, to become Director of Galleries at the Pittsburgh Cultural Trust. Hall has led WCMFA since July...

Lifespan isn’t the only way to judge longevity. It may not even be the best way. That was one of the key messages John Wright, an assistant professor of exercise science at Frostburg State University, emphasized during last Wednesday’s Joan Crawford Lecture Series...

Volunteers from Garrett County Law Enforcement agencies, along with the Garrett County Department of Social Services, have partnered together for the annual Police Providing Presents event to benefit local children. This nationwide event may be called different names,...

Potomac Highlands United Way (PHUW) has announced that Executive Director Michele Walker will retire effective December 31, 2026, concluding an extraordinary 38 years of combined service to the organization and the communities it serves. Walker’s nearly four decades...

Garrett County Community Action Committee (GCCAC) has received a $50,000 gift from the FirstEnergy Foundation to support Garrett County Meals on Wheels, providing critical support for a program that delivers nutritious meals and regular personal contact to homebound...

Each October, 4-H members, families, volunteers, alumni, and supporters across the country come together to celebrate National 4-H Week.🍀 This special occasion recognizes the lasting impact of 4-H in our communities and celebrates the young people who are learning,...

Garrett County Public Schools (GCPS) has added flag rugby to its physical education programming, giving students an opportunity to learn a new sport while developing teamwork, movement skills, and confidence. The initiative was launched with support from Rugby...

Potomac Highlands United Way (PHUW) is introducing two new grant programs designed to respond more directly to the immediate needs of hardworking families while strengthening the community organizations that serve them across the Potomac Highlands. After evaluating...

Garrett County Public Schools (GCPS) has completed its annual financial audit for fiscal year 2026. In the auditors’ opinion, the financial statements present fairly, in all material respects, the respective financial position of the governmental activities, each...

First quarter progress reports will be released on Thursday, October 1, 2026. Schools will distribute progress reports according to their individual school policies. If you are unsure, please refer to your student handbook or contact your school office with questions...

Garrett County Public Schools and the Ruth Enlow Library of Garrett County are partnering to host a Spelling Bee for students in grades 5–8! Details: October 21, 2026 6:00 p.m. Garrett College Performing Arts Center Students in grades 5–8 are invited to put their...

What’s hiding in the back of your medicine cabinet? An old prescription you no longer need? Medication that expired months ago? Something you’re not even sure why you still have? Fall is a great time to take a few minutes to clean out those medications and get rid of...

The Garrett County Board of County Commissioners has proclaimed September 28 through October 2, 2026, as Economic Development Week in Garrett County, recognizing the important role economic development plays in supporting local businesses, strengthening the workforce,...

Cost-share funding is available to assist farmers in covering expenses related to the transport of any type of manure to fall crop fields with acceptable soil phosphorus levels. These grants also cover expenses associated with the injection of liquid manure into the...

Governor Wes Moore has declared September 28 - October 2, 2026 as Maryland Homegrown School Lunch Week! This annual celebration encourages school districts across Maryland to include local food in their school lunches and celebrate the farmers and watermen that help...

GC, external agencies involved in fair, which drew 91 students Wellbeing isn’t always at the forefront of college students’ minds. Garrett College hosted a Student Wellbeing Fair last Thursday in an attempt to change that situation. “This is a phenomenal turnout, and...

Garrett College credit hours reach highest level since fall 2017 Garrett College announced Monday its highest number of fall semester credit hours in nine years. The College reported 7,507.5 credit hours taken in fall 2026 – the largest number since fall 2017, when...

Free 250th anniversary event focused on food and cookery More than 100 people participated in a free event on September 17th at the Performing Arts Center at Garrett College that celebrated the nation’s 250th anniversary through the dual lenses of food and cookery....

The Banff Centre Mountain Film Festival World Tour returns to Garrett College on October 10th, with a 6:00 PM showing in the Performing Arts Center at Garrett College. The Festival has stops planned in over 600 communities in more than 40 countries. The Banff Centre...

Finding local support is now easier for residents across Western Maryland. The Mental Health Association provides a searchable online directory categorizing more than 2,000 programs serving Garrett, Allegany, Washington, and Frederick counties. To make sure users get...

Members of Garrett County's Public High School FIRST Robotics Competition (FRC) Team 1629, GaCo, recently visited Kent County High School on the eastern shore of Maryland. The purpose of the trip was to share information about Garrett County’s FIRST robotics program...

Garrett County Public Schools (GCPS) will administer a Behavioral Health Screener to all students in Pre-K through 12th grade beginning the week of September 28, 2026. This initiative is part of GCPS's approved Strategic Plan, which is aligned with the Blueprint for...

September 26 @ 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm Join us for a day-long FREE celebration of the elusive creature! Enjoy live music, family fun, food and spirits, Big Foot-themed merchandise from local crafters, and a talk from a nationally recognized Big Foot expedition leader....

Come join HART for the Autumn Glory Parade on Saturday, October 10th! We're super excited and want YOU to be part of the fun! Bring your friends, and if you have any parade-loving pups, they're welcome too! Here are all the deets:  Date: Saturday, October 10 Location:...

Garrett County will soon launch the Assistance in Community Integration Services (ACIS) program, a Medicaid initiative that helps eligible residents experiencing or at risk of homelessness achieve greater housing stability while addressing their health care needs....