Tri-County Council for Western Maryland

10/27/2026

Free to Join Webinar today, October 27 from 2:00-3:00pm, presents an Overview of Corridor E (I-68) through Allegany and Garrett counties and portion of Washington county in Maryland.

Traffic Trends indicate Allegany County is home to the busiest section of the corridor around Cumberland. This increase in traffic flow through Cumberland is important because many passersby are drawn to the city’s picturesque skyline (Cumberland is known as the City of Steeples) and decide to pull off to explore, either on that trip or on a return visit. For Cumberland, and many other stretches of the scenic highway, I-68 serves as an important billboard, showcasing the rivers, mountains, and quaint small towns to passing travelers.

The Appalachian Regional Commission research report illustrates the meaningful economic benefits for the surrounding regions of completed ADHS corridors and the foundational platform provided for diversified and opportunity-driven economic development.

Join the webinar by following the Registration link https://www.arc.gov/event/economic-development-impacts-of-completed-adhs-corridors/?fbclid=IwY2xjawVNpj5leHRuA2FlbQIxMABwZG9mAWJyaWQRMU5qRXg4WnZjSDFzOWF1TDBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEe7eGeTHJoI_KyUhwkFLx1UMF078P918vu9qlOGUMt7FhqxGjQKY7EDdUiThE_aem_xHd51Hw6XSYGTiXsCr1rBg

At 2 p.m. ET on Tuesday, October 27, the Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) will host a one-hour webinar showcasing the “Economic Development Impacts of Completed ADHS Corridors” report. This research report, commissioned by the Appalachian Regional Commission, documents the economic outcome...

10/23/2026

Economic Development Impacts of Completed ADHS (Appalachian Development Highway System) Corridors Webinar - Tuesday, October 27, 2026 - 2:00pm-3:00pm

This one-hour Webinar showcases the research report, commissioned by the Appalachian Regional Commission, concluding that completed ADHS Corridors can play a critical economic development role by opening up new opportunities in manufacturing, logistics, tourism, and related sectors. These case studies include specific examples that illustrate that while outcomes vary by region, completed ADHS corridors still generate meaningful economic benefits for surrounding regions and provide a foundational platform for diversified and opportunity-driven economic development.

In-depth case studies of ADHS corridors include: Corridor B (US-23 Kentucky), Corridor E (I-68 Maryland), Corridor T (I-86 New York), and Corridor V (in Alabama and Mississippi).

To review, the Corridor Overview of Corridor E (I-68) in Maryland begins on page 30 of the study:https://www.tccwmd.org/wp-content/uploads/ARC-ADHS-Economic-Development-Impacts-of-Completed-ADHS-Corridors.pdf

Webinar details and Registration are available at https://www.arc.gov/event/economic-development-impacts-of-completed-adhs-corridors/.

At 2 p.m. ET on Tuesday, October 27, the Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) will host a one-hour webinar showcasing the “Economic Development Impacts of Completed ADHS Corridors” report. This research report, commissioned by the Appalachian Regional Commission, documents the economic outcome...

10/22/2026

Economic Development Impacts of Completed ADHS (Appalachian Development Highway System) Corridors - Appalachian Regional Commission October 27 Webinar details; Western Maryland Entrepreneurial Ecosystem presents Western Maryland Roadshow with three opportunities to be involved; Small Business Credit Survey open through November 13; SBDC webinars in this week's newsletter.
https://www.tccwmd.org/wp-content/uploads/tccwmd_newsletter_20261022.pdf

10/20/2026

The Comptroller of Maryland is partnering with the Federal Reserve System to draw responses to the 2026 Small Business Credit Survey, a nationwide effort to better understand the financial challenges and needs of America’s small businesses.

The annual survey, which runs through November 13, 2026, invites owners and key financial decision-makers of for-profit businesses to share their recent experiences with business conditions, financing, and their outlook for the future.

Responses are completely confidential, and participants do not need to provide personal identifying information. For more information about the Small Business Credit Survey and to participate, visit FedSmallBusiness.org.

Send a message to learn more

10/20/2026

10/16/2026

Appalachian In The News - Maryland DNR Credits Partnerships for Conservation Wins Across the State
Maryland’s Department of Natural Resources says protecting the state’s wild places and public lands is not something it can accomplish on its own — and a recent statewide summit made that point loud and clear.
https://tvdelmarva.com/wp/maryland-dnr-credits-partnerships-for-conservation-wins-across-the-state/

10/12/2026

Frostburg State University Celebrates Successful Inaugural ARISE 2026 Conference

ARISE 2026 WAS A SUCCESS--Frostburg State University’s inaugural Appalachian Regional Innovation Symposium & Expo (ARISE) brought together more than 100 faculty, students, industry representatives and regional partners to showcase research, explore emerging technologies and spark new collaborations.

From AI and robotics to cybersecurity, sustainable technologies and more, ARISE highlighted the innovation happening at FSU and across our region.

A big thank-you to everyone who helped make ARISE 2026 possible. This is only the beginning! We’re already looking ahead to ARISE 2027 and the opportunities ahead for research, innovation and regional impact.

Read more about the conference here: https://www.frostburg.edu/news/2026/10/arise-conference-2026.php

10/09/2026

3 Locations, One Regional Vision: Join the Western Maryland Entrepreneurial Ecosystem Roadshow!

From the initial convening in February to now, the Entrepreneurial Ecosystem has been listening closely to local business owners, innovators, and leaders across Western Maryland to learn what it truly takes to start and scale a business here.

Now, we're taking our findings on the road and want your perspective to help turn insight into action.

To make it convenient for founders, small business owners, and resource providers across the region, we are hosting Three Regional Roadshow stops. All sessions are free to attend, with light refreshments provided!

Choose the location most convenient for you and join the conversation. Please pass along this invite to others in your network that you think will strengthen the ecosystem so we can be sure they are included! We look forward to seeing you there!

10/09/2026

Need funding for your small business?

The Maryland Comptroller’s Access to Capital virtual webinar will cover financing and lending options, grants, alternative funding resources, and other resources designed to help Maryland businesses start, grow, and invest.

Date: October 15, 2026
Time: 11:00 AM–12:30 PM

Learn more and register: MarylandComptroller.gov/businesses/virtual-workshops