Garrett County Government Director of Finance, Scott Weeks, reported that the county has been monitoring the probable impact of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic on the county budget. Weeks currently estimates approximately $5 million as the projected reduction in revenue through the next six months... see more

By Garrett County Joint Information Center Team The Garrett County Joint Information Center is directing all questions and local offers of donations related to COVID-19 to Garrett County Community Action. The non-profit has been appointed to manage all local contributions related to COVID-19 such as... see more

By Garrett County Joint Information Center Team The coronavirus is something so new that researchers are still learning about how it is transmitted and how we can reduce the spread of the virus. That’s why the recommendations from the Center for Disease Control (CDC) change as they adjust to the new... see more

By Garrett County Joint Information Center Team The Governor’s statewide Order to wear cloth face coverings is worrying some residents, but it doesn’t need to. The face coverings can be as simple as a bandana or a scarf, or can be made from basic patterns that can be completed with or without sewing... see more

By Garrett County Joint Information Center Team Yesterday Governor Hogan announced an executive order which requires the wearing of face coverings when inside any retail or foodservice establishment or when riding any form of public transportation in Maryland. The statewide order goes into effect... see more

By Garrett County Joint Information Center Team Because Garrett County is known as a tourist destination, maintaining the safety of local residents during the COVID-19 pandemic is challenging for local health and government officials. A letter is being sent today addressed to residents, second... see more

Health Department - Robert Stephens Summary of local orders Emergency Operations Planning Local response/assistance see more

The Department of Public Works - Roads Division advises the public that Accident Bittinger Road is now re-open to traffic, effective 7 p.m. this date. see more

By Garrett County Joint Information Center Team We may be separated by social distancing and stay at home orders, but we are united in a common goal of winning the fight against the coronavirus. Today the count of test results for Garrett County residents is 122 negatives and remains at 4 positives... see more

The Department of Public Works - Roads Division advises that Accident Bittinger Road is temporarily closed due to downed trees and power lines from last evening's storm. The closure is located between North South Street and Brethren Church Road. The roadway will be closed until further notice. An... see more