Broadford Lake will come alive with the sounds of plunging paddles on Saturday, August 22, for the Fifth Annual Mountain Maryland Dragon Boat Festival. Dove Center will be partnering with Dynamic Dragon Boat Racing from Tennessee to hold this exciting event. Proceeds will benefit the Dove Center in providing services to victims of domestic violence, […]
The 2026 Autumn Glory Royalty has been selected for the 59th Annual Autumn Glory Festival. This year’s Queen is Jayden Weaver and King Jaxxton Miller. Jayden Weaver is grateful for the opportunity to serve as Autumn Glory Queen. Growing up on 2nd Street, she has lived at the heart of Garrett County’s traditions, participating in […]
Fratz's Supply The most important store at the lake is often the one you didn’t plan to visit. Stocked with everything from plumbing, electrical, and HVAC parts to tools, paint, and Husqvarna equipment, Fratz’s Supply has been helping Deep Creek Lake visitors complete their “honey-do” lists since 1958. 1373 Maryland Highway Oakland, MD 21550 301-200-3883 […]
The weather today will be showers, with a chance of thunderstorms. Highs in the mid-70s. West winds of around 10 to 15 mph, with gusts up to 30 mph. The chance of rain is near 100%. Welcome to our new advertiser! Forget something for the lake house? From plumbing and electrical supplies to tools, paint, […]
A Tucker Community Foundation grant has made it possible for Garrett College to upgrade the student computers in the Adult Basic Education classroom at GC’s Southern Outreach Center. Kaitlyn Glotfelty, GC’s director of community and professional education, said the foundation’s $5,000 grant was part of a broader investment in the ABE program. “Many of our […]
Garrett College, supported by a Maryland Two Fifty Commission grant, is accepting applications for the Garrett County Citizens Academy. The Citizens Academy is designed to provide participants with an in-depth understanding of the history, responsibilities, and essential roles of law enforcement, fire, and emergency medical services (EMS) throughout Garrett County. The Maryland Two Fifty Commission’s […]
Local historian Chris Nichols set out a challenging goal for himself during last Wednesday’s presentation, 250 Years of Garrett County: Local History in the American Story, in the Performing Arts Center at Garrett College. One of Nichols’ goals was to illustrate “how our story overlaps with the American story, with 250 years in American and […]
The weather today will be partly sunny, with highs in the upper 70s. West winds of around 5 to 10 Mph. Ready to hit the dirt? Grab your helmet and meet DCAB at The Dip this Thursday, July 30 at 5:15 PM for a fun, free, non-competitive women’s trail ride. All abilities are welcome to […]
The 69th Annual Garrett County Agriculture Fair runs August 1st through August 8th, 2026, and organizers have released admission details ahead of the event. Gate admission is free on Saturday, August 1 and Sunday, August 2, with carnival rides available for $15 those two days (carnival open 5 to 11 p.m.). From Monday, August 3 […]
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED! We’re counting down the days to the 22nd annual Deep Creek Lake Art, Wine & Spirits Festival, and we need more amazing volunteers to help make the magic happen! This is one of our biggest fundraisers of the year, supporting HART’s mission to save homeless animals, provide medical care, and find them forever […]
