County News

Approval of Zoning Text Amendment will Allow for New Alcohol Production Facilities in Washington County

November 15, 2019

November 14, 2019

Former Fort Ritchie Military Reservation Under Ratified Contract

HAGERSTOWN, MD (November 15, 2019) – As of Thursday, November 7, 2019, the Washington County Board of County Commissioners is under a ratified contract with a private developer on the former Fort Ritchie Military Reservation in Cascade, Maryland. The property will remain under […]

November 14, 2019

Board of County Commissioners Appoint New Director of Environmental Management

HAGERSTOWN, MD (November 15, 2019) – The Washington County Board of County Commissioners is pleased the announce the appointment of Jeremy Mose to Director of Environmental Management effective upon the retirement of Dan Divito. Mose has been with Washington County Government since May 2019, […]

November 13, 2019

TRAFFIC ALERT: Road Closure on Eastern Boulevard

HAGERSTOWN, MD (November 13, 2019) – The Washington County Division of Engineering announces CSX will be performing safety repairs to the railroad crossing at Eastern Boulevard on Tuesday, November 19, 2019, weather permitting. Beginning at 9:00 a.m., Eastern Boulevard will be closed to all […]

November 12, 2019

Board of County Commissioners Appoint Interim County Administrator

HAGERSTOWN, MD (November 12, 2019) – Washington County Board of County Commissioners announce that effective immediately, Kirk C. Downey will fulfill the role of Interim County Administrator. This appointment was made upon the resignation of County Administrator Robert Slocum. The Chief Financial […]

November 7, 2019

TRAFFIC ALERT: Multiple Road Closures for Routine Bridge Inspections

HAGERSTOWN, MD (November 7, 2019) – The Washington County Division of Engineering announces multiple road closures during the week of November 11, 2019 for routine bridge inspections. Road closures will take place at the bridges shown below, weather permitting. Monday, November 11 […]

November 6, 2019

Diversity & Inclusion Committee Invites Public to Fourth Listening Tour

HAGERSTOWN, MD (November 6, 2019) – The Diversity and Inclusion Committee would like to welcome you to attend its fourth Listening Tour. The event is scheduled for Tuesday, November 12th, 5:30-6:30 p.m. at the Sharpsburg Town Hall, 106 E Main Street, Sharpsburg, Maryland. This event is […]

November 6, 2019

Washington County Government Closed for Veteran’s Day

HAGERSTOWN, MD (November 6, 2019) – In observance of Veteran’s Day, Washington County Government offices will be closed on Monday, November 11, 2019. County services will operate as listed below: The Hagerstown Regional Airport terminal and airfield will operate during regularly scheduled business hours. […]

November 5, 2019

Significant Turnout for ‘Everything about Hemp’ Workshop

HAGERSTOWN, MD (November 5, 2019) – The Washington County Department of Business Development, in partnership with the Maryland Hemp Coalition, Grow and Fortify, Maryland Department of Agriculture, and the University of Maryland Department of Agricultural and Resource Economics hosted a […]

November 5, 2019

TRAFFIC ALERT: Road Closure on Broadfording Road

HAGERSTOWN, MD (November 5, 2019) – The Washington County Division of Engineering received notification from Huntzberry Brothers, Inc. that Broadfording Road at the intersection with Salem Church road will be closed to provide intersection improvements for a private development project. […]

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Experience the County

Agricultural Education Center

As the premiere rental facility in Washington County, The Agricultural Education Center has been the region’s choice location for tractor pulls, sales, trade shows, corporation picnics and the Washington County Ag Expo and Fair.

Black Rock Golf Course

This course takes you on a golf journey from its opening holes that are nestled in the Shenandoah Valley, to its spectacular back nine with scenic views of the Appalachian Mountains.

Hagerstown Regional Airport

Your local connection to hundreds of destinations! Hagerstown Regional Airport hosts many businesses and services and continues to play an important role in the community.

Parks & Facilities

We are responsible for maintaining all buildings, grounds and parks owned by Washington County, scheduling park pavilions and fields, operating the Martin L. Snook swimming pool, and operation and Scheduling of the Washington County Agricultural Education Center.

Recreation & Fitness

Are you looking for fun, affordable fitness classes for your entire family? At the Washington County Recreation Department, we offer a plethora of recreation and fitness programs for individuals of every age! From youth to adult programs, you can find the classes your family needs to get in shape—while still having fun!

Rural Heritage

At the Washington County Rural Heritage Museum you will learn about our region’s beginnings and history; in addition to how the rural and agricultural heritage continues to play a role in Washington County today.