The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) announced the opening of a Disaster Loan Outreach Center (BRC) in Allegany County, Maryland to assist small businesses, nonprofits and residents affected by severe storms and flooding occurring May 13. The declaration covers the counties of Bedford... see more

Flood recovery aid is becoming available for residents and businesses impacted by the May 13, 2025, flooding in Garrett County and the surrounding region. As recovery efforts continue, both regional and federal partners are stepping in to provide critical financial support. One of the first programs... see more

The Tri-County Council for Western Maryland (TCC) is offering flood recovery loans to Allegany, Garrett, and Washington County businesses affected by the flooding that occurred on May 13, 2025. Loan proceeds can only used be to assist with flood recovery, including clean up/remediation costs... see more

The Maryland Comptroller's Office is diligently working to implement tax changes included in the Budget Reconciliation and Financing Act (BRFA), passed by the Maryland General Assembly this year and to make clear information available to individuals and businesses about those changes through the... see more

The Maryland Department of Labor and American Job Centers are offering free online job seeker workshops to the public in June. 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. Access... see more

Maryland Manufacturing Assets Deployed for Energy 4.0 (Maryland MADE 4.0) is a program designed to support the growth and advancement of Maryland’s manufacturing sector. The objective of the program is to educate, inform and assist manufacturers with the adoption and deployment of smart... see more

The Tri-State Growth & Commerce Coalition (TGCC) and its Education & Workforce Development Work Group invite businesses to participate in its comprehensive Workforce Needs Survey, designed to directly inform educational programming and workforce development initiatives across our region. Why Your... see more

Garrett College, in collaboration with the Garrett County Department of Business Development, will host the 2025 Power of Possibilities (POP) competition on May 23, 2025, in the Performing Arts Center at Garrett College. “The Power of Possibilities initiative continues its mission to improve the... see more

At its public meeting on May 5, 2025, the Board of County Commissioners of Garrett County, Maryland, presented a Milestone Proclamation to Mark Boucot, President and CEO of Garrett Regional Medical Center (GRMC), recognizing the hospital's 75th anniversary. Also participating in the presentation on... see more

With recent legislative developments and increasing activity from utility and energy companies, local landowners are advised to proceed carefully when approached to sign land easement agreements. Specifically related to utility transmission line easements, an agreement typically grants companies... see more