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Hagerstown Regional Airport to Conduct Full-Scale Emergency Exercise Saturday, October 3, 2026

October 2, 2026

WASHINGTON COUNTY, MD (October 1, 2026) – Hagerstown Regional Airport (HGR) will conduct a full-scale simulated aircraft emergency exercise on Saturday, October 3, 2026, from 7:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. The exercise is part of the airport’s ongoing commitment to emergency preparedness and operational readiness. The exercise will simulate an aircraft emergency and allow

Washington County’s Agricultural Innovation and Equipment Grant Opens in One Week

October 1, 2026

WASHINGTON COUNTY, MD (September 28, 2026) – The Washington County Department of Business and Economic Development is encouraging local growers and agricultural businesses interested in expanding or diversifying their operations to apply for the Washington County Agricultural Innovation and Equipment Grant. Applications will open in just one week, on Monday,

TRAFFIC ALERT: Road Closure on Little Antietam Road

October 1, 2026

SMITHSBURG, MD (October 1, 2026) – The Washington County Highway Department announces an upcoming road closure on Little Antietam Road between Jefferson Boulevard and Trovinger Mill Road today, Thursday, October 1, 2026, between 8:30 a.m. and 12:00 p.m. Motorists are encouraged to use alternative routes during the closure. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause

Nominations for the May 2027 John C. Frye Preservation Awards Are Now Open

September 30, 2026

WASHINGTON COUNTY, MD (September 30, 2026) – The Washington County Department of Planning and Zoning, on behalf of the Historic District Commission, announces that nominations are now being accepted for the 2027 John C. Frye Historic Preservation Awards. Each May, as part of Preservation Month, the Board of County Commissioners

Washington County Statement on Temporary Moratorium for Data Centers in Washington County

September 30, 2026

WASHINGTON COUNTY, MD (September 30, 2026) – On June 30, 2026, the Washington County Board of County Commissioners approved a temporary, twelve (12) month moratorium on the acceptance, processing, reviewing and approval of applications, plans, or requests for data centers within Washington County. The moratorium was approved to provide the County with adequate time

Board of County Commissioners Regular and Evening Meeting with the Town of Clear Spring Canceled – October 20, 2026

September 30, 2026

WASHINGTON COUNTY, MD (September 30, 2026) – The Washington County Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) announces that its meeting scheduled for Tuesday, October 20, 2026, has been canceled. The evening meeting with the Town of Clear Spring, also scheduled for Tuesday, October 20, 2026, has also been canceled. Click here

WASHINGTON COUNTY STATE’S ATTORNEY OFFICE CLOSING EARLY ON SEPTEMBER 25, 2026

September 24, 2026

WASHINGTON COUNTY, MD (September 24, 2026) – The Washington County State’s Attorney Office announces it will close at 3:30 p.m. on Friday, September 25, 2026, due to the closure of West Washington Street for Thunder in the Square. For additional information, please contact Washington County’s Public Relations and Marketing Department at 240-313-2380. ###

TRAFFIC ALERT: ROAD CLOSURE ON PROFESSIONAL BOULEVARD

September 24, 2026

HAGERSTOWN, MD (September 24, 2026) – The Washington County Highway Department announces an upcoming road closure on Professional Boulevard between Yale Drive and Issac Court on Friday, September 25, 2026, between 8:00 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. Motorists are encouraged to use alternative routes during the closure. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate

TRAFFIC ALERT: ROAD CLOSURE ON LOCUST GROVE ROAD

September 23, 2026

ROHRERSVILLE, MD (September 23, 2026) – The Washington County Highway Department announces an upcoming road closure on Locust Grove Road between 4429 Locust Grove Road and 4439 Locust Grove Road on Thursday, September 24, 2026, between 8:15 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. for pipe replacement. Motorists are encouraged to use alternative routes during the closure. We apologize for any inconvenience

Board of County Commissioners Evening Meeting with the Town of Sharpsburg Canceled – September 29, 2026

September 21, 2026

WASHINGTON COUNTY, MD (September 21, 2026) – The Washington County Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) announces that, at the request of the Town of Sharpsburg, the evening meeting with the Town of Sharpsburg scheduled for Tuesday, September 29, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. has been canceled. Click here to view the Washington County Board

Washington County Preserves 167 Acres of Farmland

September 21, 2026

WASHINGTON COUNTY, MD (September 21, 2026) – The Washington County Division of Planning & Zoning is proud to announce the preservation of a 167.56-acre farm in August, adding to the more than 44,000 acres of permanently preserved land in the County. On August 24, 2025, a 167.56-acre, long-established dairy farm on Broadfording

2026-2027 Washington County Farm of the Year Application Period Extended

September 21, 2026

WASHINGTON COUNTY, MD (September 21, 2026) – The Washington County Department of Business and Economic Development is pleased to announce that the application period for the 2026-2027 Washington County Farm of the Year award has been extended. This extension provides time for additional farms and nominators to participate in this recognition of

Board of County Commissioners Appoint New Division Director of Environmental Management

September 16, 2026

WASHINGTON COUNTY, MD (September 16, 2026) – The Washington County Board of County Commissioners is pleased to announce the appointment of David A. Mason, P.E., as the new Division Director of Environmental Management for Washington County. Mason brings more than two decades of experience with Washington County Government, along with extensive expertise

TRAFFIC ALERT: Road Closure on Garretts Mill Road

September 15, 2026

KNOXVILLE, MD (September 15, 2026) – The Washington County Highway Department announces an upcoming closure on Garretts Mill Road between 19216 Garretts Mill Road and Brown Road on Thursday, September 17, 2026 from 8:15 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. This closure is necessary for tree removal. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and

TRAFFIC ALERT: Road Closure on Lehman Mill Road

September 14, 2026

HAGERSTOWN, MD (September 14, 2026) – The Washington County Highway Department announces an upcoming road closure on Lehman Mill Road between Marsh Pike and Miller’s Church Road on Tuesday, September 15, 2026, between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. Motorists are encouraged to use alternative routes during the closure. We apologize for any inconvenience this may

Washington County Department of Water Quality to Conduct Smoke Testing on Diane Drive

September 8, 2026

WASHINGTON COUNTY, MD (September 8, 2026) – The Washington County Department of Water Quality will conduct smoke testing on Wednesday, September 9, 2026, beginning at 8:30 a.m. The testing is expected to be completed by 9:30 a.m. The smoke testing will focus on the 17300 block of Diane Drive and the intersection of

Traffic Alert: Traffic Signal Outage at Hopewell Road Intersection

September 8, 2026

HAGERSTOWN, MD (September 8, 2026) – The Washington County Highway Department is working to repair the traffic signal at the intersection of Hopewell Road following an accident that caused the signal to become inoperable. The signal is expected to remain out of service for an extended period while repairs are completed. Motorists

Washington County Department of Water Quality to Conduct Leak Detection in Sharpsburg Water System

September 4, 2026

WASHINGTON COUNTY, MD (September 4, 2026) – The Washington County Department of Water Quality is partnering with Fluid Conservation Technologies II, LLC (FCT) to conduct leak detection throughout the Sharpsburg Water System from Tuesday, September 8, 2026 through Friday, September 11, 2026. As part of the project, FCT employees will conduct leak detection

MDOT Consolidated Transportation Plan Notice

September 4, 2026

HAGERSTOWN, MD (September 4, 2026) – The Washington County Division of Engineering will host the Maryland Department of Transportation (MDOT)’s Consolidated Transportation Plan Tour meeting for Washington County on Thursday, September 17, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. The meeting will be held at the Washington County Public Safety Training Center at 18350 Public Safety Place in Hagerstown. Onsite

Washington County Government Closed for Labor Day

September 3, 2026

WASHINGTON COUNTY, MD (September 3, 2026) – In observance of Labor Day, Washington County Government offices will be closed on Monday, September 7, 2026. County services will operate as listed below: HAGERSTOWN REGIONAL AIRPORT The Hagerstown Regional Airport administrative offices, and the maintenance department, will be closed on Monday, September 7, 2026, and

Washington County Reminds Residents of Upcoming “Remembrance In The Park” Memorial Ceremony

September 1, 2026

HAGERSTOWN, MD (September 1, 2026) – The Washington County Office of Emergency Management is reminding residents that the annual “Remembrance In The Park” memorial ceremony will take place Tuesday, September 8, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. in the Washington County Emergency Services Tribute Gardens at Hagerstown City Park. This year’s ceremony holds special significance as