Move Outside the Predictable

A decade after its launch, the Tech at the Gap conference is marking a major milestone by turning its attention to what comes next. Presented by the Western Maryland IT Center of Excellence (ITCE), the 10th annual conference, “The Age of Disruption,” will take place Thursday, October 15, at Rocky Gap Casino Resort in Flintstone, Maryland. Technology leaders, industry experts, entrepreneurs, students, and community stakeholders will gather in Allegany County to examine the rapid changes unfolding across artificial intelligence, quantum technology, cybersecurity, and more, and consider what they could mean for Western Maryland’s future.

For a business owner, the distance between a promising opportunity and a viable project often comes down to one thing: access to financing. That’s why the Allegany County Department of Economic and Community Development (ACECD) works to connect local businesses with partners like Tri County Council for Western Maryland (TCCWMD). For qualifying businesses across the region, TCCWMD offers financing opportunities that can help create new paths forward.

Tracks and Yaks continues to strengthen its role as one of Allegany County’s standout outdoor recreation attractions, growing both its visitor capacity and tourism offerings in Frostburg. What began with eight rail bikes now accommodates up to 100 riders per trip, reflecting increasing demand for outdoor recreation experiences in the region. In 2025 alone, Tracks and Yaks welcomed more than 25,000 visitors to Frostburg.