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Federal grant received to improve Garrett County Airport
From The Garrett County Republican
McHENRY — A grant award from the federal Department of Transportation (DOT) will 100%-fund the construction of eight corporate hangars at the Garrett County Airport.
U.S. Senators Chris Van Hollen and Ben Cardin, both D-Md., jointly announced the DOT grant award last month.
This renovation project has been a priority for the community airport and has been included in the strategic improvement plan since 2015. The addition of eight hangars and a ramp directly into to McHenry Industrial Park were identified to better serve customers.
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Lowdermilk chosen as 2019 Garrett County Farm Queen
From The Garrett County Republican
McHENRY — Rileigh Lowdermilk was crowned as the 2019 Garrett County Farm Queen on Sunday during the annual ceremony at the Garrett County Fairgrounds.
The fair will continue through Saturday, with various events scheduled for each day in the show ring and on the track, musical entertainment and carnival rides and games by Reithoffer Shows.
Lowdermilk is the 74th farm queen, as noted by Terri Rodeheaver of the Garrett County Board of Directors.
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State parks list events
From The Garrett County Republican
Friday, Dec. 21
Science Room open. Scavenger hunts available all day.
Saturday, Dec. 22
11 a.m., What’s That Reptile? — Come to the Discovery Center to learn about the reptiles and amphibians in the center, and you may have a chance to touch these amazing cold-blooded creatures.
1 p.m., Roving Naturalist — Meet some of the folks that care for the animal ambassadors in the Discovery Center. During this time, live animals will be out for a close-up, hands-on experience.
Sunday, Dec. 23
11 a.m., Snowflake Discovery — Join the naturalist to learn about snowflakes. Make a snowflake craft and try to capture “snowflake prints” if weather permits.
2 p.m., Aviary Feeding — Join us to learn some interesting facts, hear each bird’s story, and watch these amazing raptors eat.
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Garrett Community College among those receiving state grant funding
The Hogan administration today announced the Board of Public Works approval of seven capital grants agreements, totaling over $18.1 million, dedicated to essential capital projects at five higher educational organizations. The grants are administered through the Maryland Department of General Services Capital Grants Division. The Board of Public Works is comprised of Governor Larry Hogan, Comptroller Peter Franchot, and Treasurer Nancy Kopp.
“Our administration recognizes the critical role of higher education in Maryland’s economy and our citizens’ quality of life,” said Governor Hogan. “These grants will help complete vital capital projects in every region of the state, leading to increased visibility and furthering their institutional goals.”
Five Maryland higher education institutions whose missions inspire and encourage conservation, learning, and performance through community engagement were approved by the Board: the Community College of Baltimore County, Essex Campus and Catonsville Campus; the College of Southern Maryland, Indian Head, Md.; Howard Community College, Columbia, Md.; Frederick Community College, Frederick, Md.; and Garrett College, McHenry, Md.
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Taylor-Made celebrates 10 years and a new addition
From The Garrett County Republican
McHENRY — Taylor-Made Deep Creek Vacations & Sales has been in business in the Deep Creek area for 10 years. Last Friday, the company celebrated that anniversary, as well as the addition of new office space at its location at 35 Towne Center Way, McHenry.
The family owned and operated vacation rental and real estate company began in 2008. It is owned by Jodi Taylor Refosco, her husband, Joe Refosco, and her brother, Chad Taylor.
A ribbon-cutting ceremony for the new addition was held by the Garrett County Chamber of Commerce, followed by an open house. Guests at the grand opening celebration included Garrett County Director of Economic Development Mike Hough.
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Maryland teens help others in Tennessee
From The Garrett County Republican
EYMOUR, Tenn. — Shortly after school let out for the summer break, a group of Garrett County teens started their vacation by helping folks who needed it in Seymour, Tennessee.
Les and Cricket McDaniel have been the youth leaders at Oakland Church of the Nazarene for several years and work on organizing activities for the teens.
“We are a small church and our teens are few in number,” Mrs. McDaniel explained. “I have seen different groups around Garrett County do repair on homes and often wished our teens could do something. “
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