Maryland Insurance Commissioner Marie Grant has directed health insurers to suspend time restrictions on prescription medication refills and the replacement of durable medical equipment or supplies, eyeglasses, and dentures for residents in Garrett County and Allegany County, in response to Governor Wes Moore’s State of Emergency declaration for the counties in the wake of severe […]

In response to the recent flooding along the Savage River corridor, numerous community groups have collected donations to support affected residents. Although no formal request for donations was made, generous contributions were received and are being delivered to impacted residents along Savage River Road this afternoon. “At times like these, the strength of our community […]

Garrett County Public Schools (GCPS) proudly announces that Northern Middle School received multiple honors at the 2025 Maryland History Day competition, held this past weekend at the University of Maryland, Baltimore County (UMBC). Students and staff were recognized with three prestigious awards: Award for Excellence in Historic Preservation: Owen Rowe and Garrett Savage Award for […]

Attorney General Anthony G. Brown issued a consumer alert urging Maryland residents to be vigilant following reports of a scam preying on individuals seeking to reunite with lost pets. Scammers are exploiting the distress of pet owners by impersonating employees from reputable animal shelters, including the Baltimore Animal Rescue and Care Shelter (BARCS), the Maryland […]

Garrett County Emergency Services continues to assess infrastructure damage caused by recent flooding in the Savage River Road corridor. A significant section of Savage River Road between Big Run Road and Westernport Road has been completely washed out as officials have confirmed that the Savage River has diverted from its original channel in this area. […]

This year, I decided to do something a little different for Mother’s Day. Instead of brunch or flowers, I took my mom to shoot things with a bow and arrow. Yes… archery! Wisp Resort’s Mountain Coaster and Adventure Park opened for the season, and I thought, why not check out the archery at Mountain Adventures? […]

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Friday, May 16, Saturday, May 17, and Sunday, May 18, 2025: The weather today will be showers likely with scattered thunderstorms. Highs in the mid-70s. West winds 5 to 10 mph with gusts up to 25 mph. Chance of rain 70%. Saturday will be partly sunny with a chance of showers and thunderstorms. Highs in […]

National Prevention Week is May 11-17, 2025, when people across the United States come together to raise awareness about substance misuse prevention and positive mental health resources. The Garrett County Health Department’s Health Education & Outreach Unit has a long history of committed efforts to address both substance misuse and implement other forms of prevention, […]

The Garrett County Department of Emergency Management is providing the following midday update regarding the ongoing response to significant flooding in the Savage River area. While water levels have begun to recede, hazardous conditions remain, and the mandatory evacuation order continues to be in effect for Savage River Road from Big Run Campground to Westernport […]