The decades-long struggle to expand broadband in Maryland’s westernmost county forces residents and ISPs to work around mountains, sparse populations, and shifting government funding rules. Bill Nemith remembers when his family’s farm didn’t have electricity. “When I was a young boy back here on... see more

Garrett College recently hosted a successful two-week-long program called Entrepreneurship Experiences at the Career Technology Training Center (CTTC) in Accident for high school students. The program took place starting June 23rd, with the second week starting on August 4th. Students who... see more

Moving from its original location in the Grantsville Plaza where it was for three years, Quest for Hope Counseling hosted a ribbon cutting ceremony on Monday, August 25th, at its new location along Chestnut Ridge Road. Owner and counselor Nate Maust says he has felt a calling to help people for a... see more

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

Garrett College has launched a five-year strategic plan focused on community connections, innovative and sustainable programs, and the maximizing of college resources. “We wanted to identify three overarching goals that could guide the college’s efforts over the next five years,” said Dr. Kelli... see more

The Garrett County Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with the Garrett County State’s Attorney’s Office, has issued a warning about a recent increase in fraudulent invoice scams targeting local businesses. These scams involve criminals sending fake invoices that appear legitimate, often mimicking... see more

Community members, local officials, and quilting enthusiasts gathered to celebrate the grand opening and ribbon cutting of Scrappy Fun and Machine Repair, Garrett County’s newest destination for fabric, quilting supplies, and sewing machine repair. Located at 404 Plessinger Lane, Oakland, MD... see more

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