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Tourism-related revenue continues to grow in Maryland
From The Garrett County Republican
McHENRY — Maryland tourism was the topic of the Garrett County Chamber of Commerce’s Business Before Hours last Tuesday morning at Wisp Resort. About 50 local officials and business owners attended the networking event.
“This was the fourth year of revenue growth in the state of Maryland,” reported guest speaker Liz Fitzsimmons, managing director of the Division of Tourism, Film and the Arts for the Maryland Department of Commerce. “So we want to keep that trajectory going.”
Her division’s mission, she said, is to grow revenue for the state to benefit its citizens.
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Garrett County schools perform well on new state report card
From The Garrett County Republican
OAKLAND — The Maryland State Department of Education released a new accountability report card for every school in the state of Maryland last week, designed to measure the success of schools and identify areas for improvement.
The report card was developed in response to the requirements of the Every Student Succeeds Act, a federal law that seeks to ensure public schools provide a quality education for all children.
The Maryland Report Card is designed to measure school success in several ways, including state tests in English language arts and math; postsecondary readiness; progress of English learners in achieving English language proficiency; graduation rate; and students with access to and earning credit for a well-rounded curriculum.
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County Commissioners Announce Public Hearing Notice on a Proposal to Amend DC Watershed Zoning Ordinance
PUBLIC NOTICE
The Board of Garrett County Commissioners will conduct a Public Hearing on Tuesday, July 12, 2016, at 6:00 p.m. located at Garrett College – Room 205 – Continuing Education Building, 687 Mosser Road, McHenry, Maryland to review a citizen proposal to amend the Deep Creek Watershed Zoning Ordinance.
The Board of Garrett County Commissioners will conduct a Public Hearing on Tuesday, July 12, 2016, at 6:00 p.m. located at Garrett College – Room 205 – Continuing Education Building, 687 Mosser Road, McHenry, Maryland to review a citizen proposal to amend the Deep Creek Watershed Zoning Ordinance.
The specific amendment proposed is:
NOTE: The Garrett County Planning Commission voted to send this request on to the Board of County Commissioners with a favorable vote (5-1); however, they suggest amending the language to read “Natural Gas Wellheads including associated surface infrastructure, provided consistent language is included in the revised Comprehensive Plan”.
Copies of the amendment are available from the Department of Planning and Land Management, located at 203 South Fourth Street, Room 210, Oakland, MD 21550. The Board welcomes any on these proposed amendments, at the hearing or in writing before the hearing.
By Order of the Board of Garrett County Commissioners.
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Featured Listing: 3365 Mayhew Inn Road, Oakland
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This 5 bedroom, 3 bath home is centrally located with over 3,100 square feet of high-end finishes and living space.
The chalet features a spacious kitchen, multiple fireplaces and wide plank hardwood floors.
You will absolutely love the privacy that comes with over two acres of land the views of the ~365 acre Hammell Glade nature conservancy and surrounding forest.
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~5 miles to multiple state parks!
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Featured Listing: 28 Piney Point Drive, Swanton
Check out this listing of mine! This is a true lakefront home in Sky Valley + DNR buydown. It boasts a beautiful, sandy beach area and has ~30 feet of water frontage and its own Type A dock.
This home oozes charm and potential. Exposed log beams, two native stone fireplaces, second ‘kitchen’ on lower level, attached garage with tons of storage and water views. Moderate slope to the waterfront. Sold as-is.
You must see this home to appreciate!
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Featured Listing: 299 Cherry Heights Lane, McHenry, MD
Check out my listing on Cherry Heights Lane in McHenry! Prepare to be awed by the exquisite lake and mountain views from this epic log masterpiece.
This home is overflowing with character and charm; it will capture your heart as soon as you enter the front door.
A true gourmet kitchen with gleaming hardwood floors, two fireplaces, one two-sided, an expansive great room, a three car garage with an improved lot and much, much more!
A boat slip is negotiable via separate transaction.
This home is a must see.
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Featured Listing- 472 Blakeslee Road, Oakland, MD
Check out this listing of mine! This is a 4/5 bedroom chalet in the Blakeslee community.
The home is adorned with hardwood floors, tongue and groove ceilings and plenty of space for your entire family! This private lot is over-sized and directly across the street from the community center, sports courts and indoor pool.
The home features multiple living areas, two gas fireplaces, rear decking, a hot tub, a two car garage and a stunning, large yard.
Dedicated dock slip!
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Proposed rules to govern fracking in Maryland draw criticism from environmentalists and energy industry
The Hogan administration is proposing rules that would limit the hurdles that energy companies must overcome before they could start the gas-drilling process known as fracking, while also requiring more protections against groundwater contamination.
In revising a plan crafted by the administration of then-Gov.Martin O’Malley, state environmental regulators on Wednesday endorsed speeding the review of natural gas wells, allowing them closer to homes and waterways and reducing the amount of environmental testing required before drilling could begin.
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