The Garrett County Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with the Garrett County Department of Business Development, proudly celebrated the grand opening of Espresso Alley: Hot 2 Go on Friday, August 15, 2025. The ribbon-cutting ceremony was led by Connor Norman, Business Development Specialist and... see more

Are you looking for a new opportunity as a former federal professional and/or as a business owner? If so, you'll want to join the Governor's Office of Small, Minority, and Women Business Affairs on September 12, 2025, for Ready, Set, GROW!, a special Procurement and Workforce Connections Workshop... see more

Sodalightful is a “dirty soda” trailer that has been setting up shop throughout Garrett County and keeping residents cool and hydrated. With over a dozen flavor options to choose from, the trailer is only a month into operation. Its a family affair run by husbands and wives Michael and Kendra Yoder... see more

CannaBarons, LLC, a social equity licensed processor with the Maryland Cannabis Administration, announced today its plans to open a new facility at the McHenry Business Park in Garrett County. The project marks a major economic milestone for the region, bringing a new industry and dozens of skilled... see more

Governor Wes Moore today signed an execu​tive order to promote Maryland’s agricultural sector and expand economic opportunity for Maryland’s farmers. The executive order revises and expands the Governor’s Intergovernmental Commission for Agriculture, which will enhance the economic viability, growth... see more

Oakland Martial Arts Academy marked a major milestone last Friday with a ribbon-cutting ceremony celebrating 20 years of service and the grand opening of its brand-new facility located in Brodak's Plaza, Oakland. The event was attended by local leaders, community members, and longtime supporters of... see more

The Tri-County Council for Western Maryland (TCCWMD), with the full support of Garrett County Business Development, is reaching out to the business community in Garrett, Allegany, and Washington counties because your feedback is important! We hope you’ll take 5 minutes to complete this short survey... see more

The Garrett County Commissioners held their second meeting of the month on July 22, 2025, at the Crellin Community Center. Current and former members of Garrett County Community Action Committee were in attendance for the special commendation of the 60th anniversary of Community Action in Garrett... see more

The Maryland Department of Labor and American Job Centers are offering free online job seeker workshops to the public in August. Registration is required in advance. Participants have several options to log in via computer, with or without a camera/microphone, as well as tune in via smartphone... see more

Calling all life science and data center start-up companies! Are you an early-stage company innovating in the life sciences or data center ecosystems? If so, apply before August 8, 2025, to be a part of the Maryland Tech Council's (MTC) Start-Up Zone, a unique new opportunity offered for MTC's... see more