The new Friendsville branch of the Ruth Enlow Library is open, the first new library building in Garrett County since 2003, according to a news release from Garrett County Business Development. The 5,500-square-foot building has 4,000 square feet of library space, 1,000 square feet for town offices and a 500-square-foot meeting room. Inside are computers, […]

Anyone who drives, walks or bikes along I-68 through Cumberland can give feedback on a state study of the Cumberland Viaduct at a public open house on Tuesday, Oct. 27, according to an SHA news release. The Maryland Department of Transportation State Highway Administration will hold the open house from 5 to 7 p.m. at […]

The Office of the State Fire Marshal, in partnership with local fire departments and the American Red Cross, will conduct its Fall Statewide Community Risk Reduction Weekend on October 17–18, 2026. Throughout the weekend, OSFM staff and partners will visit neighborhoods across Maryland to provide free fire prevention education, check existing smoke alarms, and install […]

Garrett County Public Schools (GCPS) is seeking feedback on the proposed Virtual Learning Plan for the 2026-27 school year. All responses collected will be reviewed and shared with the Garrett County Board of Education members and the Superintendent, and published as a public document on the Diligent platform for the November 2026 Board Meeting. 𝐍𝐞𝐰 […]

Garrett County Public Schools (GCPS) has been made aware of reports of scam callers posing as representatives of GCPS. These callers may use spoofed phone numbers that appear legitimate and may request personal or other sensitive information. We encourage all stakeholders to remain vigilant. If you receive a suspicious call, do not share personal information […]

Friday, October 16, Saturday, October 17, and Sunday, October 18, 2026: The weather today will be patchy dense fog this morning. Mostly sunny this morning, then showers, with a slight chance of thunderstorms this afternoon. Highs in the lower 70s. West winds of around 15 to 20 mph, with gusts up to 30 mph. The […]

An unusually warm stretch of October weather across the Mid-Atlantic is putting pressure on the regional power grid this week, and both the grid operator and the U.S. Department of Energy have taken emergency steps in response. PJM Interconnection, which runs the high-voltage system serving Garrett County along with 12 other states and Washington, D.C., […]

The weather today will be patchy fog this morning. Cloudy, with a 50% chance of showers. Highs in the lower 60s. Southeast winds of around 5 to 10 mph. Fall has arrived in Garrett County, turning our hills and trails into a bright sea of gold and red. Take a scenic drive or step outside […]

Editor’s Note: Photos in this story, along with this month’s cover, were taken by Robin Clutter. Great work, Robin! While we live in a four-season area, each with its own beauty, my absolute favorite season is fall. The nights start to cool and the afternoon sun burns hot, with color all around the mountaintop. The […]

Dear Friend of StageWEST, As we reflect on 2026, one thing is clear: the power of live performing arts to bring Garrett County together has never been stronger. Because of your passion and support, StageWEST delivered a 2026 season rich in diverse music, powerful storytelling, and unforgettable shared moments. Together, we experienced: Bold Brass & […]