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Economic Development Week 2023

HAGERSTOWN, MD (October 20, 2023) – Starting next Monday, October 23, 2023, the Washington County Department of Business and Economic Development invites all citizens to participate in a digital trivia scavenger hunt to promote Economic Development Week.

  • If you answer all four questions correctly you will be entered into a contest to win one of several $50 Visa gift cards! Submit your answers daily to increase your chances of winning.

Economic Development Week is designed to increase understanding of the industry of economic development’s contribution to the County’s business climate, job retention and growth, tax base, and overall quality of life in Washington County. Please join us in celebrating and you may find yourself the winner of a new $50 gift card!

For additional information, please contact Washington County’s Public Relations and Marketing Department at [email protected].

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We’ll keep the public informed of any changes. Stay updated by monitoring Washington County Government’s website and social media channels for the latest information. Your safety is our priority!