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SBDC to Host Financial Management Workshop for Small Business Owners
Last Updated 5/27/2026 2:25pm
The Western Maryland Small Business Development Center (SBDC) will host an in-person Financial Lunch & Learn for Rural Communities on Thursday, June 11, 2026, from 11:30 AM to 1:00 PM in the business incubator space located at 20 East Main Street in Frostburg, Maryland. The workshop will feature a... see more
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SBA Launches $1 Million Patriot Pitch Competition to Showcase America's Entrepreneurs
Last Updated 5/27/2026 2:25pm
The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) has launched the Patriot Pitch Competition, a national celebration of 250 years of American free enterprise and the small businesses that drive innovation, create jobs, and generate economic growth. Featuring a $1 million cash prize pool donated by Clover... see more
Photo (l-r): 2nd Place Winner Minh Dung Hoang – Aquatic Circle, LLC, 3rd Place Winner Mandela Echefu – Wheelzup Adventures, LLC , 1st Place Winners Cory Heyman & Justin Tippen – GAP Trail Foods, LLC.
Local Business Owner wins First Place in Amazon Web Services AI Pitch Competition
Last Updated 5/27/2026 2:24pm
A Garrett County business owner is bringing national attention to the region’s growing agricultural innovation sector after taking first place in a new statewide Amazon Web Services AI Pitch Competition. GAP Trail Foods co-owners Cory Heyman and Justin Tippen captured the top prize during the... see more
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New Day-Use Reservations Required for Swallow Falls State Park Beginning Memorial Day Weekend
Last Updated 5/27/2026 2:23pm
Beginning May 23, 2026, visitors planning to visit Swallow Falls State Park and several other Maryland State Parks for the Memorial Day weekend are required to make reservations at parkdayuse.maryland.gov prior to arrival at the park. The Maryland Park Service is using the same reservation system as... see more
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Halliburton Hiring Event Set for June 11th
Last Updated 5/21/2026 3:23pm
Are you ready to start your career? Halliburton is hiring for a variety of positions and experience levels. Sign-on bonuses and commuter/rotational schedules are available. Position Requirements: Must be 18 or 21 years for specific commercial driver's license (CDL) positions. High school diploma or... see more
Photo: Back Row - Manager of Business Development Kim Durst, cosmic Studios representatives Julia Spitznogle holding John Spitznogle, Natalie Hooks, Madisun Thompson, Natalie Spitznogle, Alyssa Hooks, Madison Hinebaugh, Alyvia Spitznogle, Emily Hinebaugh, Christi Hinebaugh, and Kaitlin Shaffer, and Business Development Specialist Connor Norman. Front Row - Commissioner Paul Edwards, Commissioner Larry Tichinell, Commissioner Ryan Savage.
Garrett County Commissioners Recognize Cosmic Studios for 5 Years in Business
Last Updated 5/21/2026 11:11am
The Garrett County Commissioners, alongside the Department of Business Development, presented Cosmic Studios with a milestone proclamation in recognition of the business’s 5th anniversary. Founded with a passion for inspiring and empowering young girls through cheer, dance, and choreographed... see more
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Garrett County to Host Once-In-A-Generation Community Celebration
Last Updated 5/15/2026 8:29am
Garrett County will mark America's 250th birthday milestone with the Garrett 250 Birthday Bash: Celebrating America Together celebration. The event, by donation only, is for all ages and runs on Saturday, July 18, 2026, from noon to 10:00 PM at the Garrett County Fairgrounds. Come for the afternoon... see more
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Public Notice: Swallow Falls Bridge Replacement
Last Updated 5/13/2026 6:16pm
Garrett County, with federal funding administered by the Maryland Department of Transportation State Highway Administration (SHA), is proposing to replace Bridge No. G-0020 on Swallow Falls Road over the Youghiogheny River. The bridge is located at the southeast corner of Swallow Falls State Park... see more
Real Property Tax Rate Reduction
Real Property Tax Rate Reduction
Last Updated 5/5/2026 1:16pm
The Garrett County Commissioners have approved reducing the local Real Property Tax rate for the upcoming fiscal year, lowering it from $1.02 to just $1.00 per $100 of assessed value. This rate reduction provides meaningful relief while maintaining the County’s strong financial footing. Lowering the... see more
Comptroller of Maryland. Serving the People. Bridging Communities Conference. Tuesday, June 20, 2026. 8AM-1PM. Register today. Maryland nonprofits. Dark blue, red and white background. White and black text.
2026 Bridging Communities Conference Set for June 30th
Last Updated 5/5/2026 10:34am
The 2026 Bridging Communities Conference will be held June 30, 2026, from 8 AM to 1 PM, at the Coppin State University in Baltimore. The conference will be hosted by the Maryland Comptroller's Office in partnership with Maryland Nonprofits and the Coppin State University Nonprofit Leadership Program... see more