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HAGERSTOWN, MD (February 28, 2024) – The Washington County Board of County Commissioners is seeking applicants interested in serving on the Agricultural Education Center Board of Directors. The Board of Directors serve as advisors, stewards, and advocates of the Agricultural Education Center, which serves as a facility and event destination
HAGERSTOWN, MD (February 22, 2024) – Washington County’s 911 Communications Center reassures the public that it remains fully operational amidst the widespread outages experienced by AT&T’s network across the country on Thursday morning. Reports from the tracking site Downdetector indicated a significant disruption in cellular service and internet connectivity, primarily impacting AT&T
HAGERSTOWN, MD (February 20, 2024) – The Washington County Highway Department announces an upcoming road closure on Bottom Road, between the tannery to the railroad crossing, beginning Wednesday, February 21, 2024, through Friday, February 23, 2024, and Monday, February 26, 2024, through Friday, March 1, 2024. The road closure will be
HAGERSTOWN, MD (February 20, 2024) – The Washington County Division of Environmental Management informs the public of upcoming underground stormwater maintenance on Robinwood Drive this Thursday, February 22, 2024, between 7:00 am – 4:00 pm. The two locations receiving maintenance on Robinwood Drive are: The median of Robinwood Drive near
HAGERSTOWN, MD (February 16, 2024) – The Washington County Parks and Recreation Department announces that due to inclement weather all Washington County Parks and Recreation Department and Recreation Center Facilities will be closed beginning at 8:00 PM on Friday, February 16th, 2024, and through 12:00 PM on Saturday, February 17th,
HAGERSTOWN, MD (February 16, 2024) – Hagerstown Regional Airport (HGR) is thrilled to announce additions to its summer flight schedule to Orlando-Sanford and St. Pete-Clearwater now three days a week as well as expanded service through November to Myrtle Beach and service in October and November to St. Pete-Clearwater. These
HAGERSTOWN, MD (February 15, 2024) – In observance of Presidents’ Day, Washington County Government offices will be closed on Monday, February 19, 2024. County services will operate as listed below: The Hagerstown Regional Airport administrative offices and the maintenance department will be closed on Monday, February 19, 2024, and re-open
HAGERSTOWN, MD (February 14, 2024) – The Washington County Highway Department announces an upcoming road closure on Cool Hollow Road, between National Pike (Rt 40) and 20148 Cool Hollow Road, for tree removal. This closure will be in effect on Thursday, February 15, 2024, between 8:00 am and 2:00 pm. We
HAGERSTOWN, MD (February 13, 2024) – The starting time for today’s Washington County Board of County Commissioners meeting is 11:00 am. The starting time for today’s Washington County Board of County Commissioners meeting is 11:00 am. Today’s agenda can be accessed online at: https://www.washco-md.net/county-commissioners/bocc-agendas-and-minutes/
UPDATE: The transfer station located at 6502 Hess Rd, Hancock, MD is currently without power. This transfer station will remain closed until the power issue is resolved. The 40 West landfill and all other transfer stations remain open. ______________________________________________ HAGERSTOWN, MD (February 13, 2024) – The Washington County Government Solid Waste
UPDATE: Due to inclement weather and WCPS closing for the day, liberal leave has been extended to all day for non-essential personnel. The starting time for today’s Board of County Commissioners meeting will be reevaluated at 9:00 am. ________________________________________________________________________ HAGERSTOWN, MD (February 13, 2024) – Washington County Government would like
HAGERSTOWN, MD (February 8, 2024) – The Washington County Highway Department announces the road closure on Bottom Road, between the tannery to the railroad crossing, will be extended an additional week beginning Monday, February 12, 2024 until Friday, February 16, 2024 to allow our Highway crew to clean up as much
HAGERSTOWN, MD (February 7, 2024) – The Washington County Highway Department announces an upcoming road closure on Lehmans Mill Rd between Marsh Pike and Millers Church Road. The closure will be in effect between 8:00 am – 2:00 pm on Thursday, February 8, 2024, for culvert repair. Detour routes will be available
Washington County Government invites you to watch the 2024 State of the County. After watching the video, if you have questions for the County Commissioners, please email [email protected]. For a recap of the 2024 State of the County presentation, please visit https://www.washco-md.net/county-commissioners/state-of-the-county/state-of-the-county-2024/.
HAGERSTOWN, MD (February 5, 2024) – The Washington County Parks and Recreation Department invites the public to attend a new Superhero and Princess Party combination. Bring the entire family for a night of power and royalty. Child tickets are exchanged for an activity bag that contains items to be used
HAGERSTOWN, MD (February 1, 2024) – The Washington County Board of County Commissioners invites the community to participate in recognizing outstanding young individuals through the Youth Meritorious Award. This prestigious award acknowledges exceptional achievements in scholastics, leadership, community service, and other positive contributions. The nomination period is now open, and
HAGERSTOWN, MD (February 1, 2024) – The Washington County Highway Department announces the road closure on Bottom Road, between the tannery to the railroad crossing, will be extended an additional week beginning Monday, February 5th, 2024 until Friday, February 9th, 2024 to allow our Highway crew to clean up as much
HAGERSTOWN, MD (January 26, 2024) – The Washington County Highway Department announces an upcoming road closure on Bottom Road between the tannery to the railroad crossing, on Monday, January 29, 2024 through Friday, February 2nd, 2024. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding. Alternative routes will
HAGERSTOWN, MD (January 26, 2024) – The Washington County Division of Engineering announces that C. William Hetzer Inc. will be closing the bridge between Ford Drive and Tollgate Ridge Road in Hancock, MD between Monday, January 29, 2024 to Thursday, February 1, 2024, for work on a waterline extension. Detour routes
HAGERSTOWN, MD (January 18, 2024) – Due to the impending weather forecast and Washington County Public Schools being closed tomorrow, Friday, January 19, 2024, Washington County Government announces the implementation of liberal leave for all non-essential employees until noon. Essential personnel are expected to fulfill their duties as usual. For those required to travel, exercise
HAGERSTOWN, MD (January 18, 2024) – The Washington County Government Solid Waste Department informs the public to be aware that the bridge inspection at Forty West Landfill, located at 12630 Earth Care Road, Hagerstown, Maryland, scheduled for Friday, January 19, 2024, has been postponed. An update will be provided when the inspection
