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Washington County Public Safety Training Center To Host Blood Drive

HAGERSTOWN, MD (June 17, 2025) – The Washington County Public Safety Training Center, in collaboration with the American Red Cross, invites potential donors to participate in an upcoming blood drive. The Blood Drive will be held on Tuesday, July 15, 2025, from 10:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. The Washington County Public Safety Training

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USDA Designates Washington County as a Natural Disaster Area Due to Drought Conditions

WASHINGTON COUNTY, MD (June 16, 2025) – The Washington County’s Office of Emergency Management is sharing information from the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) regarding a recent natural disaster designation for Washington County and other surrounding jurisdictions due to prolonged drought conditions. The USDA has officially designated Washington, Frederick, and Harford counties as primary

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Washington County Government Closed for Juneteenth

WASHINGTON COUNTY, MD (June 13, 2025) – In observance of Juneteenth, Washington County Government offices will be closed on Thursday, June 19, 2025. County services will operate as listed below: HAGERSTOWN REGIONAL AIRPORT The Hagerstown Regional Airport administrative offices will be closed on Thursday, June 19, 2025 and re-open on Friday, June 20,

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TRAFFIC ALERT: Road Closure on Cohill Rd

CLEAR SPRING, MD (June 10, 2025) – The Washington County Highway Department announces an upcoming road closure on Cohill Road on Tuesday, June 10, 2025 between 8:00 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. Local traffic will still be able to access their homes. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate

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TRAFFIC ALERT: Road Closure on Bottom Road

WILLIAMSPORT, MD (June 10, 2025) – The Washington County Highway Department announces an upcoming road closure on Bottom Road between the Tannery and the Quarry on Tuesday, June 10, 2025 through Thursday, June 12, 2025 between 8:00 a.m. and 2:30 p.m.  We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate

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Washington County Parks & Recreation 2025 Summer Camps

WASHINGTON COUNTY, MD (June 9, 2025) – Summer is right around the corner, and Washington County Department of Parks & Recreation is excited to announce that registration for the 2025 Summer Camps is still open! Our youth summer camps, designed for children ages 5 to 12, offer seven weeks of fun-filled experiences at

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TRAFFIC ALERT: Road Closure on Cohill Rd

CLEAR SPRING, MD (June 9, 2025) – The Washington County Highway Department announces an upcoming road closure on Cohill Road on Monday, June 9, 2025 between 8:00 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. Local traffic will still be able to access their homes. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding. Alternative

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TRAFFIC ALERT: Road Closure on Ritchie Road

HIGHFIELD-CASCADE, MD (June 6, 2025) – The Washington County Highway Department announces an upcoming road closure on Ritchie Road, between Wise Road and MacAfee Hill Road on Wednesday, June 11, 2025, between 7:30 am and 4:00 pm for a guardrail replacement. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding. Alternative

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Marty Snook Pool Update: Open Friday Afternoon, June 6

WASHINGTON COUNTY, MD (June 5, 2025) – Washington County Department of Parks & Recreation is pleased to announce that Marty Snook Pool will be open Friday, June 6, from 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. thanks to recent staffing additions. We encourage families to take advantage of this additional opportunity to cool off and enjoy the

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TRAFFIC ALERT: Road Closure on Sprecher Road

SHARPSBURG, MD (June 5, 2025) – The Washington County Highway Department announces an upcoming road closure on Sprecher Road at 16814 on Monday, June 9, 2025 through Wednesday, June 11, 2025 between 8:00 a.m. and 2:30 p.m., weather permitting. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding. Alternative routes will be available

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TRAFFIC ALERT: Road Closure on Indian Spring Road

HAGERSTOWN, MD (June 3, 2025) – The Washington County Highway Department announces an upcoming road closure on Indian Spring Road from Keefer Road to Lanes Run Road on Wednesday, June 4, 2025 from 8:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding. Alternative routes will be available

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Washington County to Host Juneteenth Ceremony and Park Bench Dedication at Halfway African American Cemetery

WASHINGTON COUNTY, MD (June 3, 2025) – Washington County Government invites the public to attend a Juneteenth ceremony on Thursday, June 19, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. at the Halfway African American Cemetery, located at 11027 Clinton Avenue in Hagerstown. This special event will include the dedication of a new park bench in honor of the African American individuals

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Washington County Launches the 2025 Ice Cream Trail

HAGERSTOWN, MD (June 3, 2025) – Washington County Government is delighted to announce the launch of the 2025 Washington County Ice Cream Trail! This exciting summer adventure kicks off today, June 3, 2025, and runs until the last day of summer, September 22, 2025, offering residents and visitors a delicious way to

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TRAFFIC ALERT: Road Closure On Sprecher Road

SHARPSBURG, MD (May 29, 2025) – The Washington County Highway Department announces an upcoming road closure on Sprecher Road at 16814 on Monday, June 2, 2025 through Thursday, June 5, 2025 between 8:00 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding. Alternative routes will be available for motorists.

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Washington County Preserves 103-Acre Historic Grain Farm

HAGERSTOWN, MD (May 28, 2025) – The Washington County Department of Planning & Zoning is proud to announce the permanent preservation of a 102.62-acre grain farm along Old National Pike in Hagerstown. Finalized on May 12, 2025, this achievement was made possible through funding from Washington County and the Maryland Agricultural Land

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