October 9th, 2018 by WCBC Radio

The Allegany County Opportunity Scholarship program, created by the Allegany County commissioners to lift more residents into higher education and workforce development, is continuing to have a tremendous impact according to college and county officials as well as the students who have benefited. Allegany College of Maryland has served hundreds of individuals through the program since it was launched in fall 2014. The scholarships are funded by revenues to the county from the Rocky Gap Casino Resort. Representatives from Allegany College provided an overview during the most recent meeting of the County Commissioners and the presentation included testimonials from several recent students who have received opportunity scholarships…….