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WASHINGTON COUNTY, MD (November 13, 2026) – The Washington County Division of Planning & Zoning is proud to announce the State of Maryland has awarded Washington County $2,088,793.74 through the Fiscal Year 2027 Rural Legacy Program, marking the largest grant allocation awarded to any Rural Legacy Area in the State this year.
SHARPSBURG, MD (November 13, 2026) – The Washington County Highway Department announces an upcoming road closure on Sprecher Road for pipe replacement. The closure is scheduled for Monday, November 16, and Tuesday, November 17, 2026, from 8:15 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. each day. Sprecher Road will be closed between Houser Road and
WASHINGTON COUNTY, MD (November 13, 2026) – In the spirit of Thanksgiving, the Washington County Transit Department (WCT) will host its annual holiday food drive, “Thankful Travels – Can the Fare!,” from November 16 through November 21, 2026. The campaign encourages passengers to support local families experiencing food insecurity by donating canned goods
WILLIAMSPORT, MD (November 13, 2026) – The Washington County Highway Department announces an upcoming road closure on Bottom Road, between the Tannery and the train tracks at the Quarry, from Monday, November 16, 2026, through Wednesday, November 18, 2026, daily between 8:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. The closure is necessary to allow crews
WASHINGTON COUNTY, MD (November 13, 2026) – The Washington County Department of Business and Economic Development is now accepting sponsorships for its 8th Annual Groundhog Day Celebration, scheduled for Friday, January 29, 2027, at the Washington County Agricultural Education Center, located at 7313 Sharpsburg Pike in Boonsboro, Maryland. The annual event brings
WASHINGTON COUNTY, MD (November 9, 2026) – Black Rock Golf Coursewill be closed today, Monday, November 9, 2026, to allow maintenance crews to perform work and maintain the course’s playing conditions. The course is scheduled to reopen on Tuesday, November 10, 2026, for normal business hours. We apologize for any inconvenience
WASHINGTON COUNTY, MD (November 6, 2026) – The Washington County Division of Environmental Management, Department of Water Quality, has completed an Enhanced Nutrient Removal (ENR) upgrade and expansion of the Smithsburg Wastewater Treatment Plant, improving nutrient removal capabilities and increasing capacity to accommodate planned growth. The project increased the plant’s
HAGERSTOWN, MD (November 6, 2026) – The Washington County Highway Department announces a temporary road closure on Wishard Road on Tuesday, November 10, 2026, from 7:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. to accommodate pipe replacement work. The closure will affect Wishard Road between Maryland Route 494 and a point approximately 1.5 miles
WASHINGTON COUNTY, MD (November 6, 2026) – In observance of Veterans Day, Washington County Government offices will be closed on Wednesday, November 11, 2026. County services will operate as listed below: HAGERSTOWN REGIONAL AIRPORT The Hagerstown Regional Airport administrative offices will be closed on Wednesday, November 11, 2026, and re-open
HAGERSTOWN, MD (November 3, 2026) – The Washington County Highway Department announces a temporary road closure on Poffenberger Road to through traffic at the one lane bridge tomorrow, Wednesday, November 4, 2026, from 7:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. to complete the tree removal. Motorists are encouraged to use alternate routes and plan accordingly. We
HAGERSTOWN, MD (October 30, 2026) – The Washington County Highway Department announces a temporary road closure on Poffenberger Road to through traffic at the one lane bridge on Tuesday, November 3, 2026, from 7:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Motorists are encouraged to use alternate routes and plan accordingly. We apologize for any inconvenience and
WASHINGTON COUNTY, MD (October 30, 2026) – Washington County Parks & Recreation announces that all county parks officially closed for the season on Sunday, October 25, 2026. Visitors are encouraged to continue enjoying the parks throughout the off-season but should be aware that some amenities and facilities will be limited. Restrooms will
WASHINGTON COUNTY, MD (September 28, 2026) – Washington County Government is pleased to announce that the Washington County Division of Emergency Services (DES) has been awarded approximately $4.7 million through the Federal Emergency Management Agency’s (FEMA) Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response (SAFER) Grant Program.The federal funding will enable Washington County to hire 24 additional career firefighters,
WASHINGTON COUNTY, MD (October 23, 2026) – The Washington County Department of Planning and Zoning, on behalf of the Historic District Commission, reminds residents that one week remains to submit nominations for the 2027 John C. Frye Historic Preservation Awards. Applications must be submitted by Friday, October 30, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. Each May, as
WASHINGTON COUNTY, MD (October 26, 2026) – The Washington County Department of Business and Economic Development is reminding local growers and agricultural businesses interested in expanding or diversifying their operations to apply for the Washington County Agricultural Innovation and Equipment Grant.Applications are due this week, on Friday, October 30, 2026, at 12:00 p.m. EST.This
HAGERSTOWN, MD (October 27, 2026) – The Washington County Highway Department announces a temporary road closure on Cool Hollow Road between Alternate Route 40 and Beaver Creek Road on Wednesday, October 28, 2026, from 7:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Motorists are encouraged to use alternate routes and plan accordingly. We apologize
SMITHSBURG, MD (October 27, 2026) – The Washington County Highway Department announces a temporary road closure on Little Antietam Road between Jefferson Boulevard and Trovinger Mill Road on Thursday, October 29, 2026, from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Motorists are encouraged to use alternate routes and plan accordingly. We apologize for
HAGERSTOWN, MD (October 20, 2026) – The Washington County Board of County Commissioners is looking for County residents interested in volunteering to serve on its various boards, commissions and committees. Information on each board, including its duties and meeting time, is located online at https://www.washco-md.net/county-clerk/boards-commissions/. If you are interested in submitting an application,
WASHINGTON COUNTY, MD (October 20, 2026) – The Washington County Department of Business and Economic Development is reminding local growers and agricultural businesses interested in expanding or diversifying their operations to apply for the Washington County Agricultural Innovation and Equipment Grant. Applications are due in 2 weeks, on Friday, October 30, 2026, at
HAGERSTOWN, MD (October 19, 2026) – The Washington County Public Safety Training Center will host an American Red Cross blood drive on Tuesday, October 27, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. in the Center’s Multi-Purpose Room.Every two seconds, someone in the United States needs blood. Community members are encouraged to donate
SMITHSBURG, MD (October 16, 2026) – The Washington County Highway Department announces an upcoming road closure on Durberry Road between Leitersburg Smithsburg Road and Gardenhour Road Monday, October 19, 2026, between 8:30 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. for pipe replacement. Motorists are encouraged to use alternative routes during the closure. We apologize for any inconvenience this may
