Shuttered Sound: How County Bureaucracy Crushed a Cultural Beacon in Rural Maryland
The Garage, a DIY music venue in Boyds, Maryland, has ceased operations due to government zoning issues despite hosting over 200 shows. Co-founders Grace Cotting and Levi Hebeisen complied with local demands while advocating for creative freedom. The situation highlights the tension between regulation and artistic expression, prompting community calls for support and reform.