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Posted on January 31, 2008 at 10:21 PM | Permalink | Comments (0)

If you're looking for a complete overview of snow conditions in Garrett County and nearby Canaan Valley, visit the Chamber's Garrett County Snow and Ski Report. The information covers areas for downhill and cross country skiing, as well as snowshoeing.
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Posted on January 31, 2008 at 05:38 PM in Winter Sports | Permalink | Comments (0) | TrackBack (0)

Wind Energy Meeting

Here are three reports from the public meeting on wind turbines at Garrett College last night.

Tom Pelton blogs for the Baltimore Sun.

David Dishneau for the AP

Sarah Moses in the Times-News

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Posted on January 31, 2008 at 06:59 AM in In The News | Permalink | Comments (0) | TrackBack (0)

January 30, 2008

Recent Commissioners Meeting

The Times-News has details on the County Commissioners Meeting last night - First some feedback regarding the draft of the comprehensive plan with respect to the wind turbines and then an article regarding a proposed lake zoning change.

FYI...public meeting minutes are available at Garrett County Online.

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Posted on January 30, 2008 at 06:53 PM | Permalink | Comments (0) | TrackBack (0)

Tri-State Photography Exhibition

The Allegany Arts Council invites all amateur and professional photographers from throughout the tri-state region to submit artwork for inclusion in the 15th Annual Tri-State Photography Exhibition. The jury drop-off date for all entries is Saturday February 2nd from 10am until 5pm at the Saville Gallery in Cumberland. Artists may submit up to two entries in any of the following categories: Color, Black & White or Special Effects. There is a $5.00 entry fee for Council members and $10.00 for non members. New members are always welcomed and encouraged. Prizes are sponsored by DeWitt Camera Centre. Applications are available at the Saville Gallery, DeWitt Camera Centre and on line at www.alleganyartscouncil.org. For more information about the 15th Annual Tri-State Photography Exhibition, please call (301) 777-ARTS.

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Posted on January 30, 2008 at 06:16 PM in Arts & Entertainment | Permalink | Comments (0) | TrackBack (0)

January 29, 2008

"The Diary of Anne Frank" at Our Town Theatre

The Diary of Anne Frank starts tonight at Our Town Theatre. For more information, The Republican provides a good article.

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Posted on January 29, 2008 at 08:08 AM in Arts & Entertainment | Permalink | Comments (0) | TrackBack (0)

A Great Wine Find at The Deer Park Inn

The Omnivore's Solution posted recently about a dining experience, include a great wine find, at The Deer Park Inn. An interesting blog...especially If you like fine dining and wine.

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Posted on January 29, 2008 at 06:59 AM in Food and Drink | Permalink | Comments (0) | TrackBack (0)

January 28, 2008

Wind Energy on Public Lands

Here's a reminder from the DNR on the upcoming public meetings regarding putting wind energy on public lands in Garrett County. The Garrett County meeting is at Garrett College on Wednesday night. If you can't attend, you can enter commentary on this page in the form at the bottom. Also, the DNR provides a log of the comments that have been received on line. The log is updated on Mondays and Wednesdays, and comments will be accepted until February 29th.

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Posted on January 28, 2008 at 06:46 PM in In The News | Permalink | Comments (0) | TrackBack (0)

January 27, 2008

Winter Pictures from Garrett County

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Posted on January 27, 2008 at 09:56 AM in Photo Gallery | Permalink | Comments (0) | TrackBack (0)

Another Great Photographer

I found another interesting photographer on the web. Chris Kayler shows a whole new side of the scenes that he photographs. Rainbow Water, shot on the Savage River, is a beautiful example of his unique work.

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Posted on January 27, 2008 at 08:49 AM in Photo Gallery | Permalink | Comments (1) | TrackBack (0)

Lots of Action on FishDeepCreek

This is for all of the fishermen reading this blog...The FishDeepCreek Message Board has really heated up with a lot of posting on current fishing activity. Check it out at www.fishdeepcreek.com.

Posted on January 27, 2008 at 07:50 AM in Fishing | Permalink | Comments (0) | TrackBack (0)

January 26, 2008

Local Inn Earns "Top 10 Romantic Inns" Designation

Looking for a romantic getaway? The Lake Pointe Inn in McHenry is designated as a top romantic inn by American Historic Inns. Read more in the Times-News.

Posted on January 26, 2008 at 06:53 PM in Business | Permalink | Comments (0) | TrackBack (0)