Garrett County Government - Department of Business Development

June 2015

New Sunday Alcohol Sales Law Effective July 1st
New legislation passed during the 2015 Maryland General Assembly lifting some of the requirements regarding Sunday alcohol sales takes effect July 1, 2015.
2015-16 SBA Resource Guide for Small Businesses Now Available
SBA's new Small Business Resource Guide is now available for download.
Small Business Taxes: A Virtual Workshop
The IRS has designed a workshop to help business owners understand and meet their federal tax obligations.
Officials Hope Rural Tax Incentive Bill Will Pass in 2016
Sen. George Edwards has the backing of R. Michael “Mike” Gill, secretary of the Department of Business and Economic Development, when Edwards tries to pass the economic stimulus bill next year.
Artistically Speaking - Stitching Memories
Joan Chaney keeps the tradition of quilt making alive and well with her beautiful, one of a kind quilts.
In the Spotlight - The Discovery Center
Young and old will find new adventures at Deep Creek Lake State Park's Discovery Center.
In the Spotlight - Black Bear Wine & Words
Barry and Laura Clapsaddle have taken their two great passions - wine and reading - and combined them to create Black Bear Wine & Words.
90th Anniversary of Deep Creek Lake!
Maryland’s largest freshwater lake, Deep Creek Lake, marks its 90th Anniversary this year with a commemorative celebration June 11 – 14, 2015 with specials, events, discounts and more.
Town of Grantsville Designated as an Arts & Entertainment District 
The Town of Grantsville received notice that their application for an Arts & Entertainment District Designation has been successful.
"Smart Start Your Business" Workshop Offered
Thinking of starting your own small business? Not sure of the steps you need to take? Then the "Smart Start Your Business" workshop is for you.