The Deep Creek Lake RESORT REPORT

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DEEP CREEk FaRmER’S maRkET REaDy FOR SECOnD SEaSOn

Newly added last year, the Deep Creek Farmer’s Market is open Memorial Day through Labor Day in the parking lot at Garrett College. The outdoor market features dozens of local farmers, vendors, and artisans. Market goers can enjoy food prepared on site, drinks prepared by Liberated Libations, local produce shopping, and more. Last year, the market routinely drew upwards of 40 vendors and most vendors often sold out during the day!You can find more information about their board, their mission and everything in between on their website https://deepcreekfarmersmarket.com/.

lOCal aTTORnEy aPPOinTED by gOvERnOR TO maRylanD COmmiTTEE

Governor Wes Moore has recommended local attorney Liz George to the Maryland Senate for appointment to the Maryland Economic Development Commission. The process began in the spring of 2023, where Liz testified in front of the Senate Nominations Committee who then voted and approved. After approval, her name was sent to the Senate for a full vote, which was approved there, as well.

The mission of the Maryland Economic Development Commission is to establish economic development policy in the State and to oversee the Maryland Department of Commerce’s efforts to support the creation, attraction and retention of businesses and

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Prior to the winter season, Wisp Resort General Manager Ron Hawkes released an update detailing several upgrades to the resort. While most of the upgrades were consumer facing, there were several ‘behind the scenes’ upgrades to help the resort run smoothly. For the slopes and winter season, upgrades were made to the lifts, the lodge, and the snowmaking equipment.

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jobs. Founded in 1995, the 25 voting member Commission draws upon the expertise of the State’s business leaders to inform State economic development efforts by providing a comprehensive evaluation of the State’s business climate and recommending to the Governor the policies, programs and spending priorities needed.

Liz George said, “This is a wonderful opportunity for me to represent Garrett County, its business community and constituents. It is an honor to be recommended to serve the State of Maryland in this capacity, and I am thankful to Governor Moore for the recommendation.”

Liz George has been a staple in the local community, serving

The main lodge carpet was replaced and a new sound music system was installed. New chair pads were installed on the Chairs 2 & 3, which handle the majority of the resort’s lift traffic. There were 18 new snow guns installed, including permanent energy efficient snow sticks on Possum trail, replacement of snowmaking pipe, and the purchase of a new grooming machine. Most of the on the Garrett County Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors and other local groups and committees. Liz is also the attorney at Deep Creek Title Group, a local title company affiliated with Railey Realty. slopes also received upgraded lighting. After a disappointing winter in terms of natural snowfall, the extra snowmaking equipment helped keep the slopes open and maintained during this past winter. Wisp ended the 22/23 ski season with 119 days open. With the addition of Jay Peak Resort, the Wisp Resort Season Pass remains an affordable option for the region.