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BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS RECOGNIZE PURCHASING MONTH 2022

Board of County Commissioners Recognize Purchasing Month

HAGERSTOWN, MD (March 22, 2021) – The Washington County Board of County Commissioners recognized the Purchasing Department by presenting a proclamation in honor of March being named Purchasing Month by Governor Larry Hogan.   Staff from Purchasing were recognized for their significant role in the quality, efficiency, and profitability of

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Washington County, MD Celebrates National Ag Day 2022!

HAGERSTOWN, MD (March 22, 2022) – National AG Day is celebrated on March 22 every year recognizing that everything we eat is produced and provided by agriculture. So today, March 22, we applaud all the people who work hard to feed the world, look after crops and livestock and contribute to

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TWO DAYS LEFT TO PROVIDE INPUT! Washington County Government Citizen Outreach & Engagement Survey

HAGERSTOWN, MD (March 17, 2022) – The Washington County Public Relations and Marketing Department invites the public to complete a citizen survey regarding communications and services. The survey will close at 3:00 p.m. on Friday, March 18, 2022. The brief survey includes responding to questions or concerns related to County government services, how communications are received,

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VOLUNTEERS NEEDED! 2022 St. Patrick’s Day RUN FEST

HAGERSTOWN, MD (March 16, 2022) – Due to the inclement weather last weekend, the 2022 St. Patrick’s Day Run Fest will now take place this Saturday, March 19, 2022. Join the Washington County Parks and Recreation Department and the City of Hagerstown in supporting the Washington County Community Free Clinic.   It will be an in-person fitness

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WE’RE MOVING! Multiple County Divisions Relocating to 747 Northern Avenue

HAGERSTOWN, MD (March 16, 2021) – Washington County Government announces the following County divisions will be relocating from the 80 West Baltimore Street Administrative Annex to 747 Northern Avenue, Hagerstown, MD effective April 11, 2022:   Permits & Inspection Engineering Planning & Zoning   The County expects no disruption to daily operations during the move.

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POSTPONED! 2022 St. Patrick’s Day RUN FEST

HAGERSTOWN, MD (March 12, 2022) – Due to inclement weather, the Washington County Parks and Recreation Department, in partnership with the City of Hagerstown and in support of the Washington County Community Free Clinic, announces the St. Patrick’s Day Run Fest has been POSTPONED and will now take place on, Saturday, March 19, 2022.   For those who were registered

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YOUR INPUT IS NEEDED! Take the Washington County Government Citizen Survey

HAGERSTOWN, MD (March 8, 2022) – The Washington County Public Relations and Marketing Department is seeking input from Washington County citizens regarding communications and services. The County is looking for citizens to respond to the survey with questions or concerns they most frequently have related to County government services, how they receive communications, and

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TRAFFIC ALERT: Heavy Traffic Expected This Evening

HAGERSTOWN, MD (March 4, 2022) – The Washington County Sheriff’s Office alerts the public to expect traffic delays in certain areas of Washington County this evening. Motorists are encouraged to avoid the following areas between the hours of 5:30-7:30 p.m. on Friday, March 4, 2022:   I-70 East from Hancock to I-81

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COMING SOON! New Playground Equipment at County Parks

HAGERSTOWN, MD (March 3, 2022) – Washington County Parks and Recreation Department notifies the public that several County parks will be receiving an upgrade to playground equipment this spring. Upon arrival to several County parks, you may notice the playground equipment is no longer there. This is temporary, as new equipment has

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Liberal Leave is in effective for Washington County Government

Liberal Leave in Effect for Washington County Government

HAGERSTOWN, MD (February 25, 2022) – Washington County Government would like to announce liberal leave is in effect for all non-essential Washington County employees due to inclement weather and Washington County Public Schools operating on a 2-hour delay today Friday, February 25, 2022. County employees who are designated as “Essential” are expected to perform their duties as they

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St. Patrick's Day Run Fest

REGISTER TODAY! 2022 St. Patrick’s Day RUN FEST

  HAGERSTOWN, MD (February 23, 2022) – Join the Washington County Parks and Recreation Department and the City of Hagerstown in supporting the Washington County Community Free Clinic on Saturday, March 12, 2022, at the St. Patrick’s Day Run Fest. It will be an in-person fitness extravaganza in honor of Dan McDougal, M.D that will include four

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COVID-19 Joint Information Center Update: February 18, 2022

COVID-19 JOINT INFORMATION CENTER BRIEFING February 18, 2022   The is the final Joint Information Briefing.   The Washington County, Maryland Joint Information Center (JIC) presents information provided by the Washington County Health Department, Washington County Government, and Meritus Health.   All information related to COVID-19 in Washington County, Maryland can be viewed

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Washington County Government Closed for Presidents’ Day

HAGERSTOWN, MD (February 17, 2022) – In observance of Presidents’ Day, Washington County Government offices will be closed on Monday, February 21, 2022. County services will operate as listed below:   The Hagerstown Regional Airport terminal and airfield will operate during regularly scheduled business hours. Administrative offices and the maintenance department will be closed.

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National Park Service Proposes Permanent Closure of Maryland Heights Parking Areas at Harpers Ferry National Historical Park

HAGERSTOWN, MD (February 3, 2022) – Washington County Government shares the following information from the National Park Service at Harpers Ferry National Historical Park. HARPERS FERRY, W.Va.—After careful consideration, the National Park Service (NPS) is proposing to permanently close the Maryland Heights parking areas at Harpers Ferry National Historical Park to ensure the safety

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New Virtual Presentations for Agriculture Value-Added Producers

HAGERSTOWN, MD (February 2, 2022) – The Washington County Department of Business Development shares the following information about the Chesapeake Agriculture Innovation Center presenting new virtual presentations for agriculture and aquaculture value-added producers in Maryland and Delaware.    EASTON, Md; January 20, 2022 – Mike Thielke, Executive Director of the Eastern Shore Entrepreneurship Center (ESEC), announced today that a

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Liberal Leave is in effective for Washington County Government

LIBERAL LEAVE IS IN EFFECT FOR WASHINGTON COUNTY GOVERNMENT

Liberal leave is in effect for all non-essential personal on Tuesday, February 13, 2024, until noon. Essential personnel are expected to fulfill their duties as usual.

The starting time for today’s Board of County Commissioners meeting will be reevaluated at 9:00 am.

For those required to travel, exercise caution on the roadways. If driving is necessary, ensure your vehicle is completely cleared, drive at a reduced speed, practice caution, and avoid crowding or passing plows.
 
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!