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Latest Featured Stories
Cranesville, Then and Now
The small town of Cranesville was established in the 1850’s by John Crane. Cranesville is primarily located in Preston County, West Virginia, but borders Garrett County, Maryland. Probably the most notable feature about Cranesville is the Cranesville Swamp Preserve,...
Friendsville’s Youghiogheny River Provides a Natural Playground
As we look towards Garrett County celebrating America's 250th birthday at a celebration event in July, we are provided an opportunity to take a moment to understand and appreciate all the county has to offer. Friendsville, the most northern municipality in Garrett...
Beyond the Stars Jackpot Show
The Beyond the Stars Jackpot Show will return to the Garrett County Fairgrounds in McHenry, Maryland, on June 13–14, 2026, bringing together youth livestock exhibitors, families, and agricultural supporters from across the region for a weekend celebrating hard work,...




