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 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 […]

October 29, 2019

Washington County Announces 2019-2020 Farm of the Year

HAGERSTOWN, MD (October 29, 2019) – The Washington County Department of Business Development is pleased to announce Palmyra Farm as recipient of the 2019-2020 Washington County Farm of the Year. This marks the ninth year Washington County has recognized a Farm of the Year. The winning […]

September 6, 2019

Winners Announced for the Buy Local Selfie Challenge

HAGERSTOWN, MD (September 6, 2019) – Washington County Department of Business Development, in partnership with the Washington County Food Council, announce the 2019 winners of the Buy Local Selfie Challenge. Calvin, age 7 of Clear Spring, Maryland was the youth winner of the Buy […]

August 23, 2019

Master Developer Agreement for Cascade Town Centre Terminated by Mutual Consent

HAGERSTOWN, MD (August 23, 2019) –Washington County Government and JG Business Link International, Inc. (JGBLI) announce that the Master Developer Agreement (MDA) between them, for development of the Cascade Town Centre, has been terminated by mutual consent, and is of no further force […]

August 6, 2019

2019-2020 Farm of the Year Nominations Now Open in Washington County

HAGERSTOWN, MD (August 6, 2019) – The Washington County Department of Business Development is pleased to open nominations for the 2019-2020 Washington County Farm of the Year. Designed to recognize and honor the rich agricultural heritage in Washington County, the Farm of the Year Award […]

July 9, 2019

Maryland Commerce Secretary Schulz Visits Washington County

HAGERSTOWN, MD (July 9, 2019) – Washington County Government welcomed Maryland CommerceSecretary Kelly M. Schulz to the area today. Secretary Schulz visitedRider Jet Center, where she made history by being the first member of any Governor’s cabinet in Maryland to fly in […]

July 1, 2019

Washington County Wineries Receive Accolades at Maryland Comptroller’s Cup Competition 2019

HAGERSTOWN, MD (July 1, 2019) –Washington County Department of Business Development is excited to share that several Washington County wineries were selected as winners at the 2019 Maryland Comptroller’s Cup Competition. Sponsored by the Maryland Wineries Association, the Maryland Comptroller’s Cup Competition recognizes […]

June 24, 2019

Board of County Commissioners Approve New Business Leader

HAGERSTOWN, MD (June 24, 2019) – The Washington County Board of County Commissioners is pleased to announce the appointment of Jonathan Horowitz as Business Leader in the Department of Business Development. Mr. Horowitz begins his position effective June 24, 2019. Jonathan comes […]

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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.